Computer Vision & AI Systems for Nimbin

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 the thriving town of Nimbin, New South Wales, Australia continues to grow and evolve, it's essential to have a trusted partner that can help bring innovative ideas to life. COLETEK, a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, stands ready to support local businesses and organizations operating throughout the region. With its national reputation built on a foundation of reliability, collaboration, and capability, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to deliver tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of Nimbin's diverse business community. Whether your organization specializes in sustainable agriculture, artisanal crafts, or ecotourism initiatives, our team of experienced engineers and product developers can help translate your vision into reality. Based in Nimbin, New South Wales, Australia, we're committed to serving businesses across the region with a focus on proactive collaboration, innovative problem-solving, and result-driven outcomes. Our collective expertise allows us to effectively navigate complex engineering challenges, leveraging our skills in areas such as mechanical, electrical, chemical, and process engineering. As a trusted partner for local and national organizations alike, COLETEK prides itself on its ability to build strong relationships and foster open communication channels. We take the time to genuinely understand your unique goals, challenges, and aspirations, ensuring that our solutions are always tailored to meet your specific needs. Operating throughout the region of Nimbin, New South Wales, Australia, we're dedicated to being a reliable presence in the local business landscape, providing unparalleled expertise and support whenever it's needed most. Whether you're launching a new product, streamlining operations, or seeking innovative ways to expand your market share, COLETEK is here to help.