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 North Brother
Succeeding Together in North Brother, Mid North Coast, New South Wales, Australia
Nestled along the picturesque Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia lies the charming community of North Brother, where locals and visitors alike come to experience the area's natural beauty and rich heritage. At COLETEK, we're committed to supporting local businesses and organizations that call this unique region home.
As a proudly Australian company with extensive national reach, we've developed a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that exist in North Brother and the surrounding areas. Our team is dedicated to providing tailored support and guidance to help you grow your business and achieve your goals. Whether you're an established operator looking to expand or a start-up seeking mentorship and resources, our experts are here to help.
To us, building trust with our customers lies at the heart of all we do. That's why we ensure open communication, transparent processes, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in every project we undertake. Our reputation as a trusted business partner is built on strong relationships forged through hard work, integrity, and a passion for innovation.
Innovative thinking powers our approach to supporting local businesses. By embracing the latest technologies, best practices, and creative solutions, we help North Brother's entrepreneurs stay ahead of the curve in their respective industries. Whether you're looking to streamline operations, drive revenue growth, or develop new products and services, our experts are well-equipped to provide cutting-edge insights and actionable advice.
At COLETEK, we believe that local presence is crucial for building strong ties with our customers and understanding their unique needs. That's why we maintain a significant presence in North Brother and the surrounding regions, ensuring that our team members are intimately familiar with the local landscape and culture. By working closely alongside you, we can better understand your challenges, seize opportunities, and deliver tailored solutions that drive real results.
In conclusion, if you're part of North Brother's thriving business community or looking to establish a presence in this picturesque region, know that COELTEK is here for you. Our national reach, local expertise, and commitment to trust, innovation, and customer satisfaction make us the ideal partner for businesses seeking to succeed in this beautiful corner of Australia.
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