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:
These technologies can be used for various applications such as:
Nestled among the picturesque landscapes of the Northern Rivers region, Green Pigeon is a thriving community that embodies the true spirit of rural Australia. As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK has been honored to support and work with local businesses and families in this charming area for many years.
As a national player with extensive experience in delivering innovative solutions and expert advice, we're proud to bring our expertise to the doorstep of Green Pigeon's entrepreneurs, farmers, and residents. Our commitment to this region is unwavering, and we're dedicated to being an integral part of its growth and development.
With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities facing local businesses in Green Pigeon, COLETEK has built strong relationships with our clients, who value our trustworthiness, adaptability, and local connections. We believe that the best solutions arise from a deep appreciation for the subtleties of this environment, where community ties are strong and shared values prevail.
By drawing on our national reach and collective expertise, COLETEK has been able to bring fresh perspectives and cutting-edge insights to the table, empowering local businesses to realize their full potential and drive growth. Our role is not just that of a service provider – we're part of the fabric of this community, dedicated to lifting up those around us and building enduring connections.
In an era where technology and innovation can sometimes feel overwhelming or impersonal, COLETEK stands out as a beacon of stability and reliability, with boots firmly planted in the Northern Rivers soil. We take pride in being locally aware, responsive, and proactive – always seeking ways to improve our impact on this wonderful region.
As your trusted partner in Green Pigeon, we invite you to explore how COLETEK can support your business goals, from strategic planning to operational execution. Our doors are open, our hearts are warm, and our expertise is at your disposal – get in touch today and let's work together to build a brighter future for this incredible corner of Australia.
Contact UsIntuitive, innovative & efficient are three words that would appropriately describe the COLETEK service. Luke and the team at COLETEK have taken our concepts to the next level.
COLETEK have provided one to one communication throughout the development process and gone above and beyond in bringing our ideas closer to becoming a reality! Luke's expertise and knowledge with computer software and electronics is Jedi like, but what I liked most about working with him was his willingness and ability to think outside of the box.