Computer Vision & AI Systems for Toormina

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

At the heart of Australia's thriving regions lies a community that thrives on innovation and collaboration – Toormina, New South Wales, Australia. This remarkable town is where we, COLETEK, proudly call home base for our multidisciplinary engineering and product development endeavors. For nearly two decades, COLETEK has earned its reputation as the trusted partner for businesses seeking tailored solutions across various sectors. Founded in 2001, our company has consistently demonstrated its commitment to innovation, reliability, and capability, empowering clients to overcome challenges and drive growth. As we continue to expand our influence nationwide, we're proud of the lasting impact we've made on the communities we serve. At COLETEK, we understand that no two businesses are alike, which is why our focus lies in crafting bespoke answers that address the distinct needs of each client. By collaborating with our team, you'll gain access to a collective wealth of knowledge and expertise gathered from years of working alongside businesses in Toormina, New South Wales, Australia, as well as countless other towns and cities throughout this sun-kissed land. Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to seamlessly integrate technological advancements into creative solutions tailored specifically for your business. This synergy enables us to tackle complex challenges with conviction and creativity. When you partner with COLETEK, rest assured that our collective expertise will be leveraged to drive positive change in your organization. By serving businesses across Toormina, New South Wales, Australia, we're not just meeting their needs; we're empowering them to achieve remarkable success stories. Our reputation as a reliable and trusted solution provider is built on the strength of these partnerships, strengthened by our unwavering commitment to quality assurance. Take that crucial first step towards building a more resilient, innovative organization with COLETEK at your side. As you navigate an ever-changing business landscape in Toormina, New South Wales, Australia, we'll be honored to join forces with you, leveraging our nation-wide presence and expertise to ensure your triumphs.