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 Hacks Ferry
Empowering Businesses in Hacks Ferry and Beyond: COLETEK's Commitment to Local Excellence
In the picturesque community of Hacks Ferry, nestled in the heart of Mid North Coast, New South Wales, Australia, local businesses are the lifeblood of the region. As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK is dedicated to fostering growth and success for these enterprising minds.
Hacks Ferry may be known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities, but its thriving business community is equally impressive. At COLETEK, we believe in investing time, energy, and expertise into supporting our clients across the region, from Port Macquarie to Taree and every town in between.
As a leader in our field, COLETEK boasts extensive experience gained from working with businesses of all sizes and sectors. Our national reach means we've developed a keen understanding of the diverse needs and challenges faced by local entrepreneurs, artisans, and innovators. From traditional industries to emerging start-ups, we've earned the trust of countless clients who value our personalized approach and commitment to delivering exceptional results.
Our team is passionate about staying at the forefront of industry trends and advancements. We're driven by a desire to harness innovation for the betterment of our clients and their communities. By leveraging cutting-edge thinking, technical prowess, and collaborative spirit, we empower businesses like yours to thrive in an ever-evolving environment.
We take pride in being an integral part of Hacks Ferry's social fabric. As local residents ourselves, we understand the importance of building genuine connections with clients, colleagues, and community members. By placing a strong emphasis on relationships, reliability, and accountability, we've established a reputation for being the go-to partner for businesses seeking dependable guidance and expertise.
So why choose COLETEK as your trusted ally? Quite simply, our unique blend of local insight, national reach, and commitment to innovation distinguishes us from other providers. By partnering with us, you'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge, resources, and collective wisdom derived from years of working alongside businesses in Hacks Ferry and across the Mid North Coast region.
Ready to put our expertise to work for your business? We invite you to reach out to us today and explore how COLETEK can help drive your growth and success. Contact Us
