Computer Vision & AI Systems for Newnes

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).

COLETEK's team all has a background in computer vision and machine vision, which have built a wide range of skills and technologies such as:

• Collision Avoidance
• Pattern Recognition
• Object Recognition
• Object Tracking
• 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

These technologies can be used for various applications such as:

• Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) or Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR)
• Production Line Object Recognition
• Production Line Automation
• Asset Tracking
• Kid Tracking
• Pedestrian Tracking
• Face Recognition
• Load Haul Dump Automation
• Agriculture Automation
• Storm Drain Inspection Robot
• Robot Lawn Mower
• Forklift Automation
• Home Land Security Robots

Empowering Businesses in Newnes and Beyond: COLETEK's Commitment to Local Success

Newnes, nestled in the picturesque Central Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia, is a region rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. As part of this thriving community, it's essential for local businesses to have access to trusted partners who understand their unique needs and challenges.

That's where COLETEK comes in – a national Australian company with deep roots in the Newnes area and a burning passion for empowering local enterprises to achieve their full potential. With decades of experience under our belt, we've developed a keen understanding of what it takes to drive growth, innovation, and success in this region.

As a locally-based business ourselves, we're committed to supporting the unique needs of Newnes' entrepreneurs, farmers, and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs). We get it – every business is different, and what works for one might not work for another. That's why our team of industry experts take the time to listen, understand, and develop tailored solutions that address the specific challenges facing local businesses in Newnes and beyond.

What sets us apart? Our commitment to trust, innovation, and local presence is unwavering. We're not just a business – we're neighbours, supporting each other through thick and thin. We've built long-term relationships with our clients by consistently delivering exceptional outcomes, and we take pride in being a reliable partner for any business looking to grow and thrive in the Newnes area.

From agriculture to manufacturing, retail to services, COLETEK is here to help local businesses in Newnes succeed. We're not just talking about Newnes – we're living it, breathing it, and working tirelessly to make a positive impact on this wonderful community.

So why wait? If you're a business owner or entrepreneur looking for trusted guidance, support, and expertise, look no further than COLETEK. Together, let's build a brighter future for the businesses of Newnes, Central Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia – contact us today to get started!Contact Us