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 Belford
Empowering Local Businesses in Belford, Lower Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia
Nestled within the picturesque region of the Lower Hunter Valley, Belford is a charming town that embodies the essence of country life. As the sun rises over the horizon, the community comes alive, and it's here that COLETEK proudly calls home. With years of experience in supporting local businesses and communities, we've developed a deep understanding of what matters most – trust, innovation, and a genuine commitment to our neighbors.A National Reach, Local Roots
As an Australian company with a national presence, we're proud to be a part of the fabric that shapes the country's economic landscape. With our headquarters firmly planted in Belford, you can count on us being deeply invested in the people and places that matter most. Our team is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with local businesses, listening to their unique needs, and delivering tailored solutions that drive growth. Whether you're a start-up or an established player, we'll be your trusted partner in navigating the ever-changing landscape of Australian commerce.At COLETEK, we believe in putting our clients' interests at the forefront. That's why we've built a reputation for being innovative, yet grounded – always staying true to our local roots while embracing new ideas and advancements. Our team is comprised of experts who are passionate about empowering local businesses, much like yours. By leveraging our collective expertise and resources, we'll work together to drive success in your community.
A Commitment to Trust and Innovation
For us, trust is the foundation on which all our relationships are built. It's what drives us to be transparent, reliable, and responsive – always putting the interests of our clients first. We pride ourselves on being innovators, too, embracing new technologies and approaches that help us stay ahead of the curve. By harnessing our collective creativity and expertise, we'll help you identify opportunities for growth and drive results.In Belford, Lower Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia, we're more than just a company – we're your neighbor, your friend, and your trusted partner in business. As such, we're deeply invested in the well-being of this vibrant community, working alongside local businesses to create jobs, stimulate growth, and build a brighter future for generations to come.
