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:
In the heart of Tucabia, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, local businesses are the lifeblood of our vibrant community. As a trusted Australian company with a national footprint, COLETEK is committed to delivering tailored support and guidance to help your business thrive in this unique region.
With its rich history and cultural heritage, Tucabia presents a wealth of opportunities for entrepreneurs, innovators, and small-to-medium-sized businesses looking to make their mark. And at the forefront of this growth is COLETEK – a stalwart supporter of local enterprises and a champion of innovation and community engagement.
Nestled in the picturesque Northern Rivers region, COLETEK brings its expertise and national network to bear for the benefit of Tucabia's entrepreneurs, creatives, and innovators. By doing so, we empower our clients with the skills, resources, and strategic insights needed to succeed in this competitive yet nurturing environment.
COLETEK is more than just a provider of services – it's a partner for the unique needs of Tucabia businesses. Our team's deep understanding of local market dynamics and community spirit enables us to develop customised solutions that cater to the specific challenges and opportunities faced by our clients in this region.
As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK is committed to building long-term relationships with our clients, fostering trust through open communication, transparency, and unwavering support. Whether your business is looking to expand its reach, optimize operations, or simply stay ahead of the curve, COLETEK's local expertise ensures that you're never alone in your pursuit of success.
So why choose COLETEK for your Tucabia business needs? Experience our national strength, combined with a deep understanding of the local landscape and community. Trust us to be your trusted partner in navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by this diverse region. And when you're ready to take the next step, don't hesitate – Contact Us today!
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.
Intuitive, 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.