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 Riverside
A Local Presence for Riverside Businesses: COLETEK's Commitment to Mid North Coast
In the scenic town of Riverside, nestled within the picturesque Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, local businesses and entrepreneurs rely on trusted partners to drive growth and development. As a forward-thinking company with a long history of national presence, COLETEK proudly calls this area home.
Our roots in Riverside and the surrounding communities have enabled us to form meaningful connections and understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that define this region. By being deeply ingrained in the fabric of these neighborhoods, we have developed a profound appreciation for the hardworking individuals and families who make the Mid North Coast such an amazing place to live and work.
COLETEK's presence is not just a physical address – it's a symbol of our commitment to empowering local businesses and fostering a sense of community. As trusted advisors, we take pride in navigating the complexities of the modern business landscape and delivering tailored solutions that prioritize your success. By having experts based locally, you can rest assured knowing they understand the rhythm and pulse of Riverside and the wider Mid North Coast area.
At COLETEK, we've earned our reputation as a trusted Australian company by consistently demonstrating innovation, reliability, and dedication to excellence. We've built strong relationships with business leaders and residents alike, recognizing the importance of collaboration and mutual support in driving meaningful economic growth and development.
In Riverside, you'll find us actively engaged in various initiatives that promote entrepreneurship, drive social cohesion, and foster a thriving local economy. By investing our time, resources, and expertise, we aim to make a lasting impact on the community – an endeavor fueled by our deep passion for the people and places that make this region so special.
In conclusion, as you navigate the ever-changing landscape of business in Riverside and the Mid North Coast, we invite you to explore the possibilities with COLETEK. Leverage our expertise, built on years of experience and national reach, to elevate your organization's performance, drive growth, and achieve your vision for a brighter future.
