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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Empowering Local Businesses in Kew and Beyond: COLETEK's Commitment to the Mid North Coast Community
In the picturesque coastal town of Kew, nestled within the stunning Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, local businesses are at the heart of the community. As a trusted and innovative Australian company, COLETEK is dedicated to supporting these enterprising individuals and families, providing them with the tools, expertise, and guidance they need to thrive in an ever-changing business landscape.
As a national player with a strong presence in Kew and the surrounding areas, we've had the privilege of working closely with local business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. By being a part of this ecosystem, we've developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that exist within the Mid North Coast region. This knowledge informs our approach to helping businesses succeed, ensuring that our support is tailored to meet the specific needs of Kew's dynamic business environment.
COLETEK's commitment to the local community extends far beyond providing expert technical services – we're invested in building lasting relationships, fostering partnerships, and contributing to the long-term growth and sustainability of the region. By doing so, we not only empower individual businesses but also help rejuvenate the local economy as a whole.
We believe that true success is about more than just achieving business goals; it's about making a positive impact on the lives of those around us. This philosophy guides our every interaction with clients in Kew and beyond, whether through collaborative problem-solving, innovative solution implementation, or simply being a listening ear when needed most.
With COLETEK, you can rest assured that you're partnering with a trusted Australian company that's deeply rooted in the local community. Our team of experts is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that drive real value for your business – no matter what industry or sector you operate within. By choosing us as your technology partner, you'll be supporting the continued growth and prosperity of the Mid North Coast region, which we're honored to call home.
If you're a local Kew business owner or entrepreneur looking for expert guidance, innovative solutions, and unwavering support, we invite you to experience the COLETEK difference. Take that crucial first step towards achieving your business aspirations by getting in touch with our knowledgeable team today.
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