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
Unlocking Local Potential: COLETEK's Commitment to Glenloth, Victoria, Australia
In the heart of Victoria, Australia, where farming heritage meets innovative spirit, Glenloth remains a thriving community connected by strong ties and shared vision. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK proudly supports local businesses across Glenloth, Victoria, Australia, and beyond.
For over two decades, our team of experts has been dedicated to delivering reliable solutions that drive growth, efficiency, and sustainability. Our national reputation for innovation, collaboration, and capability makes us the trusted partner for businesses looking to make a meaningful impact.
In Glenloth, Victoria, Australia, we recognize the challenges facing local entrepreneurs as they navigate the complexities of product development, supply chain management, and regulatory compliance. That's why we've designed our service model to empower businesses with expert guidance, cutting-edge technology, and strategic thinking.
As a local presence in Glenloth, Victoria, Australia, we take pride in being part of the community. Our commitment to this region is rooted in our shared values of hard work, community spirit, and resilience. We're here to help you overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and build a better future for your business.
In Glenloth, Victoria, Australia, and throughout Australia, COLETEK is renowned for our ability to bring people, products, and processes together seamlessly. Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking to disrupt traditional markets or a seasoned business looking to optimize operations, we've got the expertise and know-how to help you achieve your goals.
So why wait? Join forces with the trusted experts at COLETEK, firmly based in Glenloth, Victoria, Australia. Together, let's build something remarkable, tailored to your unique needs and aspirations.
