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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Nurturing Growth in North Macksville: COLETEK's Commitment to Supporting Local Businesses
In the heart of the Mid North Coast, where North Macksville meets the vibrant community spirit, COLETEK stands tall as a trusted partner for local businesses seeking guidance and support. As a proud Australian company with a national presence, we're deeply rooted in this region, understanding the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in North Macksville, New South Wales.
For decades, our team has been dedicated to helping entrepreneurs, small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and established businesses alike thrive in these beautiful coastal surroundings. We've honed a deep appreciation for the local culture, economy, and people, which fuels our commitment to providing tailored support that addresses the distinctive needs of North Macksville's business community.
While we're proud to call ourselves an Australian company with a strong national footprint, it's essential to acknowledge the importance of local presence. COLETEK's team members are embedded in the Mid North Coast region, allowing us to stay intimately connected with the issues, concerns, and aspirations of our clients, many of whom are based in or near North Macksville.
This connection enables us to offer more than just expertise – we bring a deep understanding of the local context, ensuring that every initiative, strategy, and solution we develop is designed specifically to address the unique challenges faced by North Macksville's businesses. Our roots run deep here; our commitment, unmatched.
As a trusted partner to the North Macksville business community, COLETEK continues to innovate and adapt in response to the ever-evolving landscape. We're dedicated to staying ahead of the curve, ensuring that our clients have access to the latest thinking, best practices, and cutting-edge tools to drive growth, expansion, and prosperity.
So why choose COLETEK as your partner in North Macksville? Simply put, we're a local business with national reach and expertise. We've earned the trust of countless entrepreneurs, SMEs, and established businesses across various sectors, from agriculture to healthcare, construction to tourism. Our track record speaks for itself, showcasing our ability to deliver impactful results, build lasting relationships, and foster growth that benefits not just individual companies but also the broader North Macksville community.
Ready to take your business to new heights? Or perhaps you're seeking advice on how to navigate the complexities of operating in North Macksville's dynamic environment? Whatever your needs, please know that COLETEK stands ready to support and guide you every step of the way. When you're ready to grow, we'll be here, committed to helping you succeed – as a trusted partner for your business in North Macksville.
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