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:
Situated in the heart of the Snowy Mountains, Snowy Plain is a thriving hub that embodies the rugged beauty and resilient spirit of rural Australia. As a proud member of this community, COLETEK is dedicated to supporting local businesses and playing an active role in shaping the region's growth.
With our roots firmly planted in Australian soil, we've established ourselves as a trusted partner for businesses across the country, including those located in Snowy Plain. Our team of experts has years of experience working with clients from various industries, leveraging their unique strengths to drive innovation and expansion. In doing so, we empower local entrepreneurs to weather economic storms, capitalize on new opportunities, and build a brighter future for themselves, their employees, and the community at large.
At COLETEK, we believe that strong, locally-owned businesses are the backbone of our economy. That's why we're committed to providing tailored support, guidance, and resources specifically designed for the unique needs of Snowy Plain-based organizations. Our seasoned professionals understand the nuances of regional development, taking a personalized approach to address each client's distinct challenges and aspirations.
This localized expertise, combined with our national reach and scope of offerings, enables us to deliver meaningful value to businesses in Snowy Plain. We foster collaborative relationships built on trust, empathy, and open communication – essential components for long-term success and resilience. By being deeply entrenched within the community, we develop a deep understanding of local dynamics, allowing us to anticipate and respond effectively to changing conditions.
By partnering with COLETEK, Snowy Plain businesses can leverage our collective knowledge, expertise, and national network to stay ahead of the competition, seize emerging opportunities, and solidify their position within the regional economy. As we continue to invest in this community's potential, we're committed to being a trusted, reliable, and locally-relevant presence in Snowy Plain.
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.