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 Gungal
Your Partner in Success: COLETEK in Gungal, Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia
Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Gungal, Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia, lies a region steeped in history and tradition. Here, at the gateway to the Hunter Valley wine country, you'll find a thriving community that's proud of its agricultural heritage.
COLETEK is honored to be part of this rich tapestry, serving local businesses and entrepreneurs in Gungal and beyond. As a trusted Australian company with national reach, we've built a reputation for delivering innovative solutions that drive growth and prosperity. Our team comprises experts with in-depth knowledge of the Upper Hunter Valley's unique challenges and opportunities.
We're proud to play a supporting role in the local community, working closely with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to help them navigate the complexities of modern business. By doing so, we're committed to fostering long-term relationships built on trust, integrity, and mutual respect. Our clients appreciate our dedication to being present in the community, attending local events, and engaging with key stakeholders.
COLETEK's expertise has been earned through decades of experience across various industries, from agriculture and manufacturing to services and commerce. We've developed a deep understanding of the local business landscape and have forged lasting connections with industry partners, suppliers, and regulatory bodies. This unwavering commitment to our region sets us apart as a trusted advisor, always ready to offer guidance and support.
When you partner with COLETEK, you'll benefit from our forward-thinking approach, leveraging the latest technologies and best practices to stay ahead of the curve. We believe in empowering local businesses to thrive, creating jobs, and contributing positively to the growth and prosperity of Gungal and the Upper Hunter Valley.
We're proud to call Gungal home, and we invite you to experience the COLETEK difference for yourself. Whether you're an established business looking to scale or a start-up seeking guidance, we'll work tirelessly to help you achieve your goals. Let us demonstrate our commitment to being a trusted partner in your success story.
