Computer Vision & AI Systems for Byron Bay

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

In the heart of coastal New South Wales, Byron Bay is a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. As businesses in this picturesque town continue to thrive and grow, it's essential to have trusted partners that can help navigate complex engineering and product development challenges. That's where COLETEK comes in – a multidisciplinary Australian company with a national reputation for reliability and capability.

Established in 2001, our team of experts has been serving businesses across Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia and throughout the country. With over two decades of experience, we've honed our skills in engineering and product development to deliver innovative solutions that drive success. Our reputation is built on collaboration, trust, and a passion for innovation – aligning perfectly with the entrepreneurial spirit of Byron Bay.

Based in Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia, our team operates throughout the region, providing tailored support to local businesses seeking expert engineering and product development services. Whether you're a start-up or an established organization, we understand the importance of having reliable partners that can help bring your vision to life.

At COLETEK, we don't just provide generic engineering and product development services – we offer tailored solutions that cater to your unique needs. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results, with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by businesses in Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia. This blend of technical expertise and local knowledge enables us to build trusted relationships with our clients.

In Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia, innovation is not just a buzzword – it's a way of life. At COLETEK, we're committed to helping local businesses harness this energy to drive growth and prosperity. By partnering with us, you'll gain access to a wealth of expertise in engineering and product development, designed specifically for the unique needs of your business.