PXL University of Applied Sciences and Arts
Hasselt, Belgium
PXL Codesight: bridging vision & robotics
Who are we?
PXL University of Applied Sciences and Arts is a young, dynamic and vibrant organisation; a centre of expertise for innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. PXL offers professional bachelor programmes in Business, Education, Digital, Green & Tech, Healthcare, Media & Tourism, Music and Social Work, and bachelor and master programmes in Arts.
Description of the project
During the international week we will introduce you to the basics of AMR/robot programming, using open-source software such as Linux, Python and the ROS framework. This will be supported by an introduction to Computer Vision. After this introduction we will teach you how to control the robot using your own code
Goal of the project
The final goal is to have an AMR moving autonomously over a set track, using all acquired programming skills. Your team will investigate innovative ways to use robots for all kinds of purposes.
Skills profile
Location
How to reach us
Hasselt is easy accessible by public transport. Buses drive you back and forth between the railway station of Hasselt and PXL.
If you arrive by air at Brussels Airport, take the direct train to Hasselt (train Blankenberge to Genk) at the train station in the airport building.
Accommodation
Profile & prerequisites
Who can join: Second year Bachelor students in Applied Computer Science
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of Linux and Python is recommended, of a previous crash course to be followed.