AI & Machine Learning Services for Oban Experts – Practical, Applied AI

At COLETEK, we bring decades of hands-on experience delivering real-world artificial intelligence and computer vision systems. Whether you're located forOban or anywhere globally, our AI solutions are designed for embedded, edge, and industrial deployment.

Our CTO, Luke Cole, began engineering AI and robotics as a teenager in 1998. He worked at leading institutes such as CSIRO, NICTA (now Data61), Seeing Machines, and ANU Robotics System Lab, contributing to early self-driving cars, custom AI libraries, and mobile robot autonomy before ROS and OpenCV were even invented.

Luke also worked at Hemisphere GPS (formerly BEELINE, now AgJunction) as a Robotics Engineer, implementing GPS-guided autonomous systems used by hundreds of agricultural vehicles worldwide.

Meanwhile, Lance Cole has worked in advanced military-grade embedded systems, including on the US military's CROWS program at EOS. He brings deep experience in electronics and embedded hardware for AI.

Our team specialises in applied (narrow) AI, particularly in embedded vision, robotics, and real-time decision-making. We’ve built AI systems using:

• Neural Networks (Perceptron, Sigmoid, ReLU, CNNs, RNNs, Transformers)
• Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), and Reinforcement Learning
• Backpropagation, Stochastic Gradient Descent (SGD)
• Image Processing: HAAR, HOG, LBP, PCA, CLAHE, Hough, Template Matching
• Object Detection: YOLOv10, EfficientDet, Faster R-CNN, Mask R-CNN
• Frameworks: TensorFlow, Keras, PyTorch, Caffe, ONNX

We’ve deployed AI models on cost-effective platforms like the Raspberry Pi, and optimized high-performance systems using NVIDIA Jetson (Nano, Xavier, TX1) and NVIDIA Tesla V100 GPUs. Our team understands both the constraints of edge devices and the throughput of datacenter-grade accelerators.

Applications of our AI & Machine Learning Services for Oban services include:

• Smart agriculture & plant recognition (99%+ accuracy on edge)
• Autonomous vehicle vision & embedded localisation
• Industrial automation & object detection
• AI-powered road signs & hazard detection
• Wildlife monitoring & pest targeting with gimbal vision
• Face, voice, and optical character recognition (OCR)
• Natural language interfaces (Open WebUI + open-source LLMs)

• Edge-first philosophy: We specialise in systems that work offline, on-site, and in real time.
• Custom hardware integration: Cameras, sensors, motors, GPUs, embedded Linux.
• Transparent, ethical AI: Locally hosted, explainable, privacy-conscious.
• Decades of real deployment: From paddocks to highways to defense environments.

If you're based in forOban or anywhere globally and need help with robotics, machine vision, or embedded AI, we’d love to hear from you. We speak your language, whether it’s TensorFlow code, NVIDIA CUDA pipelines, or low-level embedded C on ARM systems.

Contact COLETEK today to see how our AI expertise can power your next product or platform.

A Trusted Partner for Your Business in Oban, Northern Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia

Nestled in the picturesque region of the Northern Tablelands, Oban is a thriving community that prides itself on its strong sense of community and commitment to local businesses. As a valued resident or business owner in this area, you deserve a trusted partner that understands your unique needs and challenges. That's where COLETEK comes in – a nationally recognized Australian company with a locally focused approach.

With years of experience working alongside businesses just like yours, we've developed a deep understanding of the nuances involved in supporting local economies. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized attention, expert guidance, and innovative solutions tailored to meet your specific needs. By partnering with us, you can rest assured that you're working with experts who truly care about your success.

Our national reach allows us to draw on the expertise of our colleagues across Australia, bringing a wealth of knowledge and best practices to the table. However, we never forget that our home base is right here in Oban and the Northern Tablelands – which means we're committed to putting back into this community just as much as we take out. You can count on us to be a constant presence, supporting local events, sponsoring initiatives, and contributing to the growth and development of our beloved region.

We understand that trust is earned over time through consistency, reliability, and authenticity. That's why we pride ourselves on being a company of integrity, dedicated to upholding high standards of honesty, professionalism, and respect for every client interaction. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, we're here to be a trusted ally – offering guidance, encouragement, and support every step of the way.

If you're a local business owner in Oban or surrounding areas, look no further than COLETEK for expert guidance, innovative solutions, and a commitment to your success. Give us the opportunity to work alongside you, share our knowledge, and help drive growth in this fantastic community we call home. We can't wait to join forces with you – Contact Us