Computer Vision & AI Systems for Wollongbar

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 Wollongbar's Business Community: COLETEK's Commitment to Excellence

In the heart of the picturesque Northern Rivers region, where nature meets innovation, lies the thriving hub of Wollongbar. This charming town is home to a dynamic community of entrepreneurs, small business owners, and innovators who are shaping the local economy. As a trusted Australian company, COLETEK is proud to be playing its part in fostering this growth by providing unparalleled support to businesses across Wollongbar, New South Wales.

COLETEK's national reach spans coast to coast, but our roots firmly planted in regional Australia mean that we understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing local businesses. With over [X] years of experience under our belt, we have honed our expertise in helping entrepreneurs and startups overcome obstacles and thrive in an ever-changing market. Whether you're looking for operational guidance, strategic advice, or simply a trusted sounding board, COLETEK is here to guide you every step of the way.

Ours is a story of trust, innovation, and local presence. We believe that building strong relationships with our clients – many based in Wollongbar – is key to delivering exceptional results. By investing time and resources in the people and businesses around us, we've established a reputation for being responsive, reliable, and committed to excellence. That's why countless local companies have entrusted us with their most important projects and goals.

In an era of rapid digital transformation, COLETEK is well-positioned to support Wollongbar businesses as they navigate the complexities of the 21st century market. Our team stays abreast of the latest trends, best practices, and technologies to ensure that our clients receive tailored solutions that drive real results. From data-driven insights to process improvements, we're dedicated to empowering local business leaders like you to achieve their full potential.

Your success is our top priority. That's why COLETEK remains deeply rooted in the community of Wollongbar, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia – a region rich in character and opportunity. Whether you're looking for expertise, resources, or simply a trusted ally, we invite you to get in touch. Let us help your business flourish in this vibrant corner of Australia.