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
Information About Swansea Heads
Finding Success in Swansea Heads, East Lake Maquarie: COLETEK's Local Expertise at Your Service
As a thriving coastal community nestled between the shores of East Lake Maquarie and the Tasman Sea, Swansea Heads is a place where life's rhythms are dictated by the ocean's pulse. For local businesses and residents alike, navigating the complexities of modern life can be as challenging as charting a course through unpredictable waters. That's why it's essential to have trusted navigators like COLETEK in your corner.
Located in heartland Australia, our company has spent decades honing its expertise in supporting innovative local businesses, just like those that call Swansea Heads home. With years of experience under our belt, we've earned a reputation as a reliable partner for entrepreneurs and small-to-medium-sized enterprises looking to make their mark on the region.
As a true-blue Australian company, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to understand the nuances and challenges facing local businesses in Swansea Heads and beyond. Our team of experts has developed deep connections within our community, allowing us to provide tailored support that cuts through red tape and gets results. Whether you're looking to expand your customer base, streamline operations, or simply find new ways to stay ahead of the competition, we have the knowledge and know-how to help you achieve your goals.
Innovative thinking often calls for bold action, but it's equally important to stand firm on the foundation of trust. At COLETEK, we believe that long-term success is built upon strong relationships, transparency, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism. By working with us, you can rest assured that your business will be in capable hands – hands deeply rooted in local soil.
Swansea Heads, East Lake Maquarie, New South Wales, Australia: we know this region intimately and are dedicated to helping businesses like yours thrive here. Whether you're a startup or an established player in the market, COLETEK is your partner of choice for all things related to your local success.
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