Computer Vision & AI Systems for Topi Topi

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 thriving hub of economic activity in regional New South Wales, Topi Topi is home to a diverse range of innovative businesses. At COLETEK, we're proud to have been serving these entrepreneurs and leaders since 2001 as a trusted partner for engineering and product development needs.

We've built our reputation across Australia by delivering bespoke solutions that empower our clients to stay ahead of the curve. Our multidisciplinary team draws on expertise from various fields to develop innovative products, prototypes, and manufacturing processes that address real-world challenges. Whether you're a startup or an established business in Topi Topi or beyond, we're committed to helping you achieve your goals.

As a business operating throughout New South Wales, including Topi Topi, we understand the unique needs of regional companies. We know that our clients often require customized support, flexible collaboration, and reliable expertise to overcome the challenges associated with product development and engineering projects. Our team is structured to provide exactly this kind of personalized attention, leveraging our extensive experience in manufacturing, prototyping, and testing to drive your business forward.

In Topi Topi, we work closely with local businesses from various sectors, including agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing. By partnering with COLETEK, you'll gain access to a comprehensive suite of capabilities that can help you overcome any obstacle or seize new opportunities. Whether you need guidance on product design, process optimization, or supply chain management, our team is equipped to deliver reliable support every step of the way.

When it comes to engineering and product development, businesses in Topi Topi and throughout Australia require a partner that can bridge the gap between innovative ideas and successful implementation. At COLETEK, we're passionate about helping entrepreneurs and leaders turn their vision into reality, leveraging our collective expertise to build products and processes that transform industries.