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
At COLETEK, we're proud to be a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001. Based in Byaduk North, Victoria, Australia, we've built a reputation for delivering innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of local businesses. Our team of experienced engineers works closely with clients to understand their challenges and develop tailored products and services that drive results.
With our deep understanding of the region's industries and sectors, COLETEK is well-positioned to support businesses operating in Byaduk North, Victoria, Australia, whether you're a start-up or an established player. We've worked with organizations across various industries, from manufacturing and logistics to construction and healthcare, helping them overcome complex engineering challenges and achieve their goals.
One of the key advantages of working with COLETEK is our ability to collaborate effectively with clients. We take the time to understand your specific needs, constraints, and objectives before developing a tailored approach that integrates seamlessly into your operations. This collaboration enables us to deliver high-quality solutions that are both reliable and cost-effective.
Operating throughout Byaduk North, Victoria, Australia, COLETEK is committed to building long-term relationships with local businesses. We recognize the importance of trust, communication, and mutual respect in any successful partnership. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional service, ensuring that our clients receive exactly what they need to thrive – whether it's a specific product or solution, expert advice, or trusted guidance.
As you navigate the complexities of Byaduk North, Victoria, Australia's economic landscape, rest assured that COLETEK has your back. Our experienced team is equipped to handle even the most challenging engineering problems, ensuring that your business remains competitive and successful for years to come.