Computer Vision & AI Systems for Hambledon Hill

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

Bonding with Hambledon Hill: COLETEK's Commitment to the Upper Hunter Valley

As the rolling hills of Hambledon Hill meet the sun-kissed vineyards of the Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia, a sense of community and pride begins to flourish. Right at the heart of this picturesque region lies COLETEK – a trusted Australian company dedicated to supporting local businesses, empowering their growth, and fostering long-lasting connections.

Our journey began with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs in rural areas like Hambledon Hill. We've spent years honing our expertise, nurturing strong relationships with stakeholders, and adapting to evolve alongside this thriving community.

As a national entity with local knowledge, we understand that trust is paramount when working closely with businesses across the Upper Hunter Valley. COLETEK's unwavering commitment to transparency, professionalism, and empathy has earned us a reputation as reliable partners.

Innovative thinking is at the core of our DNA, allowing us to stay ahead of the curve and deliver tailored solutions that address the distinct needs of Hambledon Hill enterprises. We've developed a keen sense of local culture, recognizing the area's rich history, and respecting the importance of preserving its natural beauty.

As we continually monitor the ever-changing landscape of the Upper Hunter Valley, COLETEK remains steadfast in our dedication to fostering a strong foundation for local businesses to thrive. By bridging the gap between our expertise and the needs of these enterprises, we create opportunities that drive sustainable growth and economic development.

We believe it's only natural to connect with those whose passion is rooted in this beautiful region – your people, with hearts as warm as the sun-kissed hills. Join us in our shared commitment to empowering local businesses in Hambledon Hill by reaching out today.