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 Ravensworth and the Upper Hunter Valley: COLETEK's Commitment to Local Businesses
In Ravensworth, nestled in the picturesque Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales, Australia, you'll find a strong sense of community and a thriving local economy. As a trusted Australian company, COletek is proud to play a vital role in supporting these businesses and fostering growth across our region.
Our team has extensive experience working with establishments big and small, from the heart of Ravensworth to every corner of the Upper Hunter Valley. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by local businesses, and we're well-positioned to offer targeted guidance and expertise tailored to your specific needs.
Nationwide recognition is just one aspect of our success story; it's our feet-on-the-ground approach that sets us apart. By maintaining a strong local presence in Ravensworth and the Upper Hunter Valley, we can respond quickly to changing circumstances and adapt our strategies accordingly. This translates into meaningful results for your business – improved efficiency, enhanced customer satisfaction, and increased profitability.
COletek isn't just about delivering exceptional services; it's also about building trust with our clients. Our commitment to locally-foccued support means we've established a reputation as a reliable partner, always ready to roll up our sleeves and get the job done. You can count on us to stay abreast of industry developments and regulatory changes, ensuring your Ravensworth or Upper Hunter Valley business remains ahead of the curve.
What sets us apart is our ongoing dedication to innovation, whether it's exploring cutting-edge solutions or refining established strategies for maximum impact. Our ability to balance traditional values with modern thinking allows us to tailor approaches that resonate with local businesses in Ravensworth and beyond.
As your trusted partner, we're eager to leverage COletek's expertise to drive success in Ravensworth and the Upper Hunter Valley. Reach out today and discover how our localized approach can elevate your business – whether you're an existing client or simply looking for a collaborative ally.Contact Us
