Computer Vision & AI Systems for Cessnock West

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

As a trusted national engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK is proud to serve businesses across Cessnock West, New South Wales, Australia, and throughout the country. Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in mechanical, electrical, and software engineering to deliver innovative solutions that meet our clients' unique needs. With over two decades of experience supporting local industries, we've earned a reputation for reliability, collaboration, and capability. As your partner in product development and design, we'll work closely with you to understand your objectives and develop tailored strategies that drive results. Our expertise spans multiple domains, ensuring seamless integration of disparate technologies and disciplines. Based in Cessnock West, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to serve local businesses across a range of sectors. We take pride in our ability to adapt to the distinct requirements of each client, providing flexible solutions that enhance their competitive edge. Whether you're exploring new product lines, optimizing manufacturing processes, or seeking expert consultation, we'll be there every step of the way. As a trusted partner for regional businesses, COLETEK is committed to fostering strong relationships, built on mutual trust, respect, and open communication. We understand the importance of timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and seamless integration with your existing operations. That's why our team excels in fostering collaborative environments, where imagination knows no bounds. Operating throughout Cessnock West, New South Wales, Australia, we're dedicated to empowering local businesses like yours to succeed. Let us bring our collective expertise and innovative prowess to the table, serving as a trusted catalyst for your growth and prosperity.