PBL
Amazon Robotics Project
Computer Vision and Robotics
Build intelligent vision systems for robotics by exploring stereo vision, human motion synthesis, posture detection, and scene understanding.
Project
Amazon Robotics Project
Location
Online
Duration
8 Weeks
Upcoming Sessions
Spring 2026
Outcomes
Robotics perception for navigation and interaction
Object detection for indoor furniture recognition
Scene understanding under occlusion and lighting noise
Neural networks for practical CV model development
Evaluation skills for accuracy, realism, and robustness
You Will Get
Industry Guidance
Work directly with our project leads—experts and top researchers—who bring their real-world insights and expertise straight to your learning experience.
Research Experience
Collaborate with teammates and the project lead in a multi-week project to pursue novel questions in your research field.
Peer Networks
Engage with our PBL participants from all over the world. Collaborate with new peers and learn about their own research endeavours.
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A Strong Portfolio
Put your best foot forward in the PBL with a standout project and receive a PBL Evaluation Report that can be used as a recommendation letter for employers and grad schools.
Expert Guidance
Get personalized feedback to grow your research and innovation skills.
Deliverables
Real projects, lasting connections, and new opportunities beyond your program.
Project Deliverables
The final presentation of your 8 weeks could be a poster, written report, or a slide deck, all of which can be expanded on.
Research Extension
Utilize up to 5 additional meeting times with the project lead after the project’s conclusion to build your work out for publication or conference presentation.
Industry Network
Meet peers in your projects and participate in a global talent community both online and in-person.
Industry Application
Amazon Robotics is a leading force in automating warehouse logistics, robotics, and human-machine interaction, making it a highly relevant nickname for this PBL. The company’s work in mobile robots, visual perception, and AI-powered decision-making aligns closely with the project tracks—from stereo vision and posture detection to generative AI for human animation. This PBL equips students with practical skills directly applicable to real-world robotics and AI applications.
Popular Industry Positions
Computer Vision Engineer
Develop vision algorithms for automated systems.
Robotics Software Developer
Implement vision-based navigation and interaction in robots.
AI Specialist
Design and optimize AI models for image processing and object detection.
Tracks
Track 1
Stereo Vision
Students will reconstruct 3D models from 2D camera images by learning depth inference techniques fundamental to robotic perception.
Learn fundamentals of stereo vision and 3D geometry
Apply algorithms to reconstruct depth from 2D images
Use datasets and benchmarks common in SLAM and robotics
Explore applications in autonomous navigation and mapping
Ideal for students interested in mobile robotics and AR/VR
Track 2
Human Animation with GenAI
Students will develop a GenAI system that animates human motion from a static image using image-to-video generation models.
Generate motion sequences (e.g., walking, waving) from a single image
Apply diffusion models or transformer-based video synthesis
Maintain identity and appearance consistency across video frames
Explore real-world applications in media, AR/VR, and robotics
Understand challenges in temporal coherence and realism
Track 3
Human Posture Detection
Students will train models to detect human posture (standing, sitting, etc.) to improve real-time human-machine interaction.
Learn to use pose estimation models and annotated datasets
Detect and classify human body postures in indoor scenes
Build computer vision pipelines for real-time posture feedback
Explore robotics applications like service and delivery robots
Suitable for careers in AI-driven HCI or robotics
Track 4
Furniture Detection
Students will detect indoor furniture from image data to enable spatial awareness for robots and smart home devices.
Train models to identify large indoor objects like sofas and tables
Address challenges of occlusion, lighting, and partial views
Use convolutional neural networks (CNNs) for object detection
Annotate and process real-world datasets from indoor environments
Understand applications in home robotics and smart surveillance
PBL Journey
Online PBL Projects meet once a week for 8 weeks, and follow the research project format. Participants will meet the project lead, learn the conventions of the field and familiarize themselves with the tracks, then spend the middle portion of their time collaborating to develop their research.
At the end, participants will present their final project and receive feedback, with the opportunity to extend their timeline and develop the project in greater depth.
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Project Team
Our Academic Team plays a vital role in your PBL journey at Blended Learning. We are dedicated to enhancing your learning experience and ensuring your academic success. Our team consists of three distinct roles, each with a specific focus to support your Research Guidance, Project Progress, and Personal Growth.
Project Lead
Providing Industry and Research Guidance
Principal Computer Vision Engineer
The project lead of this PBL works at a consumer robotics tech company specializing in computer vision and robotics technology. She has 15 years of industrial experience in machine vision, computer vision, and robotics, applied in domains such as healthcare, smart home devices, factory automation, and agriculture. She focuses on applying computer vision technology to solve real-life problems, tackling challenges like complex lighting environments, new camera sensing technology, and edge computing on limited resource platforms such as embedded systems.
Academic Advisor
Tracking Your Project Development
The Academic Advisor is dedicated to your project completion success. They manage the progress of your PBL, guiding team formation, facilitating group discussions, and resolving conflicts. Additionally, the Academic Advisor ensures team member contributions are on track and provides logistical support, including attendance tracking, hosting recitation sessions, managing research support requests, and conducting student evaluations at the end of the PBL.
From Our Students
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FAQs
What is the learning format of a PBL?
All PBLs are offered in an 8-week online format that begins with an orientation followed by subject setup overview of the different tracks. The majority of the session time is dedicated to project development, with a final presentation at the culmination of the 8 weeks. Many PBLs are also offered bi-annually in an on-campus format that consists of daily in-person meetings.
How long does each PBL cohort last？
One round of the Online PBL cohort lasts 8 weeks, preceded bys a pre-PBL orientation week. Each On-Campus PBL usually has 8 in person meetings, with intensive classroom education and collaboration. This means the biggest difference between online and on-campus PBLs is time participants have in between meetings.
How can I be more academically prepared before the PBL starts?
Review the Blended Learning Insights sent by the Academic Advisor and familiarize yourself with the project topic and pre-learning materials. Ensure you have all necessary softwares and other resources needed for the PBL.
For each PBL cohort, will I work in teams? Are PBL team members self-selected or assigned?
Yes, you will work in teams for each round of the PBL Cohort. Each team has 3 to 6 participants, organized by the Academic Team. The Academic Advisor will organize groupings based on students' backgrounds, preferred track, and skills.
Can I work with the Project Lead on my project after the PBL ends?
Yes, with your AI + X Research Plan, you may request up to five PBL Research Extension meetings, where you work with the project lead to develop your project into a working manuscript. To schedule a PBL Research Extension meeting, talk to your Academic Advisor at the conclusion of your PBL.
What do I receive at the end of the PBL?
At the conclusion of the PBL cohort, you can request a PBL Evaluation Report which summarizes the PBL content, the hours you spent, the track you chose, and includes a recommendation letter from the Project Lead (for eligible participants who completed the project successfully).
Is attendance mandatory for PBL Live Sessions and Recitation Sessions?
Yes, attendance is mandatory for both PBL Live Sessions and Recitation Sessions. Participants with three or more unexcused absences forfeit their eligibility for a PBL Evaluation Report.
Do I need to have my camera on during online PBL Live Sessions?
Yes, you must have your camera on during online PBL Live Sessions. Participants with cameras off will be marked as absent. This is meant to encourage active engagement and participation in meetings.
