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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Empowering Businesses in Middle Falbrook, Upper Hunter Valley and Beyond: COLETEK's Commitment to the Local Community
In the heart of the picturesque Upper Hunter Valley, where rolling hills meet thriving business communities, COLETEK is proud to call Middle Falbrook home. As a trusted Australian company with extensive experience, our roots run deep in this region, and our dedication to supporting local businesses is unwavering.
With a national reach that spans the country, we've built a reputation for delivering innovative solutions and unparalleled customer service. However, our commitment to Middle Falbrook and the Upper Hunter Valley goes beyond mere business transactions – it's about being an integral part of this community, understanding its unique needs, and working tirelessly to empower local entrepreneurs.
At COLETEK, we take pride in our local presence, knowing that effective partnerships can only be forged through genuine connections. Our team is comprised of experts who've lived and breathed this area for years, ensuring that we fully comprehend the intricacies of doing business in Middle Falbrook. This insight allows us to develop personalized strategies tailored to the needs of regional businesses.
We believe that trust is the foundation upon which strong relationships are built. That's why we're dedicated to being a reliable presence in the community, always available to offer guidance and support when needed. Our goal is to become an extension of your team, ensuring that you can focus on what matters most – growing your business.
As a local company with a national reputation, COLETEK is committed to driving innovation in the Upper Hunter Valley. We're passionate about identifying new opportunities for growth and improvement, and we work closely with our clients to develop targeted solutions that meet their specific needs.
If you're looking for a trusted partner that truly understands the unique challenges and opportunities of Middle Falbrook, Upper Hunter Valley, look no further than COLETEK. Contact us today and let's explore how we can help your business thrive in this vibrant region.
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