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 Manobalai
Partnering with Local Businesses in Manobalai, Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia
Nestled in the picturesque Upper Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, Australia lies the charming town of Manobalai. As a vital part of this community, COLETEK proudly serves local businesses, helping them thrive and grow in an area renowned for its rich history, stunning natural beauty, and entrepreneurial spirit.With roots firmly planted in Australian soil, COLETEK has earned the trust and respect of clients across the country. Our team's commitment to delivering exceptional results, combined with our deep understanding of local market conditions, makes us the go-to partner for businesses seeking expertise and guidance.
A Local Presence with a National Reach
Our Manobalai office is uniquely positioned to provide dedicated support to local entrepreneurs, farmers, and families. As we're just down the road from our clients, we can quickly respond to their needs, adapting our solutions to suit the complexities of the Upper Hunter Valley's agricultural landscape.In a market as dynamic as ours, COLETEK stands out for its innovative approach, embracing the latest advancements in technology and innovation to drive real-world impact. Our expertise spans a broad range of industries, from farming and agriculture to retail and services – all carefully tailored to address the unique challenges faced by Manobalai's business community.
A Partner You Can Trust
COLETEK has earned its reputation as a reliable partner among local businesses in the Upper Hunter Valley. Our long-standing relationships with clients are built on mutual respect, open communication, and our unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding results.When your business needs guidance or simply someone to lean on, you can count on COLETEK's dedicated team. We take pride in being an integral part of the Manobalai community, working closely with local organizations, supporting charitable initiatives, and contributing to the region's growth.
Your Partner in Success
Whether you're looking to improve your operations, expand your customer base, or drive growth, COLETEK is here for you. Our door – literally just around the corner from Manobalai's main street – is always open to discussions about how we can assist with your unique challenges.Tell us about your vision, and let's work together to turn it into a reality. Visit our Manobalai office today or get in touch through our website. We're excited to partner with you on this journey to success.
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