Computer Vision & AI Systems for Howes Valley

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 trusted and experienced multidisciplinary engineering and product development company operating throughout Australia – including the charming Howes Valley, New South Wales – COLETEK prides itself on its long-standing reputation for reliability, collaboration, and capability. With over two decades of expertise and a history dating back to 2001, our team has had the privilege of partnering with businesses across various sectors, supporting their growth and success. At COLETEK, we are dedicated to leveraging our collective knowledge and innovative spirit to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of local communities in Howes Valley, New South Wales, Australia. With a deep understanding of the region's diverse range of industries and markets, we have established ourselves as a trusted advisor for businesses seeking expert guidance on product development, technical consulting, and engineering expertise. In Howes Valley, New South Wales, Australia – where strong community ties and commitment to progress are valued – COLETEK is proud of its local roots. Our team members live and work in the area, allowing us to intimately understand the nuances of the market and the needs of our clients. By having a physical presence in the region, we can foster close and productive relationships with local businesses, ensuring that their success becomes our top priority. COLETEK's multifaceted approach enables us to bridge the gap between concept and reality, transforming innovative ideas into practical and effective solutions that benefit not just individual companies but also the broader community. Our dedication to collaboration and partnership helps establish trust between clients and stakeholders, fostering open communication and empowering businesses in Howes Valley, New South Wales, Australia to achieve their goals. As an Australian company with a strong national reputation, we support local businesses throughout Howes Valley, New South Wales, Australia, providing the expertise and resources necessary for sustainable growth. Whether you're looking to optimize operations, develop new products, or improve processes, COLETEK's multidisciplinary team is positioned to offer tailored guidance and innovative solutions.