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 Tibbuc
Serving Tibbuc and the Mid North Coast: COLETEK's Local Commitment
Situated in the picturesque region of Tibbuc, on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia, we understand the unique needs and challenges faced by local businesses. At COLETEK, we're proud to serve this area with a commitment to trust, innovation, and personalized support.
As a trusted Australian company, we've earned a reputation for delivering exceptional results, leveraging our extensive experience and national reach to drive value for our clients. This commitment extends beyond the Tibbuc community, as we actively work with businesses across the region, empowering them to achieve their goals and grow their operations.
In an era of rapid change and digital disruption, it's reassuring to know that COLETEK is a stable and reputable partner, committed to the Mid North Coast and its business community. By leveraging our expertise and national network, we help local businesses navigate challenges, capitalize on opportunities, and thrive in the face of uncertainty.
At COLETEK, we believe that a strong foundation for growth and success begins with building trust and fostering meaningful relationships. We take pride in being a locally engaged and responsive partner, dedicated to supporting the unique needs and aspirations of Tibbuc's business community. Whether you're an established player or just starting out, we're here to provide guidance, resources, and expertise that help you achieve your goals.
Innovative solutions, tailored approaches, and real-world experience – these are the hallmarks of COLETEK's work in Tibbuc and beyond. As a trusted partner, we take time to understand your unique context, leveraging our knowledge and capabilities to deliver results that benefit both your business and the wider community.
For local businesses seeking a reliable and supportive partner for their growth and development, look no further than COLETEK. With our commitment to trust, innovation, and local presence, we're the perfect ally to help you navigate the complexities of the Mid North Coast's Tibbuc region. We invite you to explore how COLETEK can empower your business, drive success, and build long-term relationships.
