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 Bridgman
Supporting Local Businesses in Bridgman, Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia
In the picturesque town of Bridgman, nestled in the heart of the Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia, local businesses are the lifeblood of the community. As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK is committed to supporting these enterprises and contributing to the region's prosperity.
Nestled just a stone's throw from the majestic Mount Wingen and surrounded by rolling hills and lush vineyards, Bridgman is a charming destination that combines relaxation and adventure. With its rich history and natural beauty, it's no wonder that this Upper Hunter Valley locality draws visitors from far and wide.
As a long-established Australian company, COLETEK has built a reputation for delivering expertly crafted solutions to businesses in Bridgman and the surrounding areas. Our team of professionals understands the unique needs of local enterprises and is dedicated to providing unparalleled support, guidance, and expertise.
In an era where national chains and global giants dominate many industries, COLETEK proudly stands out as a true Aussie success story. By focusing on building strong relationships with our partners and clients, we've established a presence that stretches across the country, from Bridgman to major cities like Sydney and Melbourne.
When it comes to trust, innovation, and local presence, COLETEK sets the standard for businesses in Bridgman and beyond. We're proud to call ourselves a part of this vibrant community and are committed to playing an active role in its continued growth and development.
We invite you to experience the difference that working with COLETEK can make. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to new heights, we'll work tirelessly alongside you to help you overcome any challenge and achieve your goals.
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