Our CTO (Luke Cole) previously worked for Hemisphere GPS (orginally called BEELINE, and now bought out by AgJunction) as a "Robotics Engineer" implementing auto-guidance solutions for various quadbikes and agriculture tractors that was used by 100's of vehicles around the world.
For 10 years, starting as a teenager in 1998 - Luke Cole has also worked for leading research institutes and companies such as NICTA (now called CSIRO Data61), CSIRO, Seeing Machines and ANU Robotics System Lab (lead by Alex Zelinsky, who received a rare prestigious AO award in 2017 and was Defence Scientist of Australia from 2012 for 6 years). Luke's work included various autonomous mobile robot projects, involving computer vision, and even a self-driving car early 2000's. Back then OpenCV and ROS didn't exist, so we did a "roll-your-own" called VisLib and DROS comprised of 364,578 lines of code.
Lance Cole has also worked at NICTA and has a background of various hardware development, such as working for a contract company to the US millary (EOS), building the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS).
We have a combined 50 years of extensive experience with Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV's). Including cars, tractors, quadbikes and other custom ground-based vehicles.
COLETEK's team all has a background in vehicle automation, which have built a wide range of skills and technologies such as:
- Autonomous Mobile Robots
- Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping (SLAM)
- Path Planning, Goal Recognition
- Collision Avoidance
- Pattern Recognition
- Object Recognition
- Object Tracking
- Genetic Algorithms
- Neural Networks
- Evolutionary Robotics
- Probabilistic Robotics
- Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
- Optical Flow, Point Clouds
- Stereo Active Vision, Panoramic Cameras, Fisheye Lens/Camera, Log-polar Camera, Time of Flight Cameras, Camera Array
- 3D Reconstruction
- Manipulator, Biped and/or Quadped locomotion
- Sensor Fusion: GPS, LIDAR, IR, Ultrasonic, Vision
- PID Controllers, Cascade Control Loops, Fuzzy Logic
- Bayesian Filters, Particle Filters, Kalman Filters, Monte Carlo Methods
These technologies can be used for various applications such as:
- Production Line Object Recognition
- Production Line Automation
- Licence Plate Recognition
- Asset Tracking
- Kid Tracking
- Pedestrian Tracking
- Face Recognition
- Load Haul Dump Automation
- Agriculture Automation
- Robot Lawn Mower
- Forklift Automation
- Floor Cleaning Robot
- Home Land Security Robots
Some of our Robotics Development Experience
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Welcoming COLETEK to Wilbetree: Your Partner for Local Business Success
In the heart of the beautiful Central Tablelands region, Wilbetree is a thriving community that embodies the spirit of rural Australia – strong, resilient, and full of life. As your trusted partner, COLETEK has been proudly working with local businesses and residents in Wilbetree, New South Wales, to drive growth and prosperity.
Situated in this picturesque corner of the nation, our COLETEK team is deeply committed to supporting the people, industries, and way of life that define Wilbetree. As a true Australian company, we understand the region's unique challenges and opportunities – from agricultural innovation to community development. Our local presence allows us to provide tailored guidance, expertise, and resources that make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients.
As a trusted national player, COLETEK has honed its skills through extensive experience across multiple sectors, industries, and geographic regions. This broad understanding of best practices, market trends, and regulatory requirements enables us to bring new insights and fresh perspectives to Wilbetree's ever-changing landscape. Our innovative approach is grounded in a deep respect for the region's traditions and values.
Built on a foundation of trust, transparency, and reliability, our relationships with local businesses have become cornerstones of the Wilbetree community. We're proud to be a part of your story, collaborating to overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and build lasting success. Whether you're expanding your operations, diversifying your product offerings, or seeking strategic counsel, COLETEK is here to support your vision.
At COLETEK, we don't just claim to know Wilbetree – we live it every day. Our team members are locals who understand the area's heartbeat and rhythms. We're not just a provider of solutions; we're neighbours, friends, and partners dedicated to building a brighter future for our community.
Now, as you contemplate your next move or explore new horizons, consider partnering with COLETEK – your trusted ally in the Wilbetree region. Reach out today to start crafting a path that drives real value, growth, and prosperity for your business, your legacy, and the people who matter most.
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