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
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Serving Hollydeen, Upper Hunter Valley and Beyond: COLETEK's Commitment to Community Excellence
Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of the Upper Hunter Valley, Hollydeen is a thriving hub of activity, boasting stunning countryside views and a strong sense of community. As a respected Australian company with deep roots in the region, COLETEK is dedicated to providing top-notch support to local businesses like yours. Our team's wealth of experience spans national borders, but our focus remains firmly grounded in the needs of Hollydeen and surrounding areas.
We take pride in being an integral part of this charming community, partnering with locally-owned enterprises that share COLETEK's passion for innovation, trust, and growth. By doing so, we foster strong relationships built on mutual understanding, empowering our clients to thrive in an ever-evolving market. Whether you're an established player or a new venture looking to make its mark, know that you can count on COLETEK as your trusted ally.
Ours is not just a regional reputation, but a national one, with COLETEK's presence felt across the country. Yet, our commitment to Hollydeen remains unwavering – we believe in being part of the fabric that makes this special place so unique. Our team takes the time to understand local nuances, adapting their approach to suit your specific needs and goals.
Safe in the knowledge that we're working together for a shared purpose, COLETEK becomes an extension of your own business – providing strategic guidance, expert insights, and cutting-edge solutions tailored to the distinct challenges faced by Hollydeen's entrepreneurs. By choosing us as your trusted partner, you can rest assured that your success is our top priority.
We're proud to be a true local champion, supporting Hollydeen and its people through various initiatives, community events, and charitable programs. Our involvement runs deep, reflecting our dedication to being more than just a service provider – we strive to become an integral part of the area's prosperity.
So why not take that crucial next step with COLETEK? Let us become your trusted ally in the pursuit of success, leveraging our national reach and expertise for maximum impact. Together, let's forge a brighter future for Hollydeen and its thriving business community – one that we can all be proud of.
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