Computer Vision & AI Systems for Whoota

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 multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has built a reputation for delivering outstanding results through our innovative approach and commitment to collaboration. Based in Whoota, New South Wales, Australia, we are proud to be serving businesses across the region, providing unparalleled support and expertise to help them thrive. With over two decades of experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for Australian companies seeking to improve their operations, products, or services. Our team comprises talented engineers, designers, and developers who share a passion for problem-solving, creativity, and innovation. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented by Whoota's growth-driven economy, and we are dedicated to helping local businesses overcome these obstacles and seize new opportunities. As operating throughout Australia, particularly in New South Wales, COLETEK has developed deep insights into the region's industries, markets, and innovations. Our extensive experience in engineering and product development allows us to tailor our services to meet the distinct needs of Whoota's businesses, from small startups to large-scale enterprises. What sets us apart is our relentless focus on reliability, collaboration, and capability. We take pride in building strong relationships with our clients, listening carefully to their goals and concerns, and delivering solutions that exceed expectations. Whether you're seeking to develop a new product, optimize your manufacturing process, or enhance your supply chain management, COLETEK has the expertise, resources, and commitment to help you achieve success. By partnering with us, local businesses in Whoota can tap into our collective knowledge, skillset, and network of industry connections. Our goal is to empower them to innovate, adapt, and grow, ultimately contributing to the region's prosperity. COLETEK is committed to being a vital part of this growth story, supporting Whoota's dynamic businesses every step of the way.