Computer Vision & AI Systems for Wakefield

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 major hub for industry and commerce in New South Wales, Wakefield presents a unique opportunity for businesses to thrive. At the heart of this growth is the need for innovative engineering solutions that drive efficiency, safety, and reliability. That's where COLETEK comes in – a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001. With our deep understanding of local industries and expertise in delivering custom-engineered products, we're well-equipped to support businesses throughout Wakefield, New South Wales, Australia. As the go-to partner for businesses seeking trusted, locally-based experts, COLETEK has earned a reputation across Australia for delivering reliable engineering solutions that meet the unique demands of Wakefield's industrial landscape. Our team of skilled engineers and product developers takes pride in working closely with clients to understand their specific needs, then applying our collective expertise to create tailored products and services that exceed expectations. Operating throughout Wakefield, New South Wales, Australia and beyond, COLETEK is committed to empowering local businesses through our collaborative approach. We believe that by putting our clients' needs first, we can build lasting relationships founded on trust, respect, and a shared commitment to excellence. When you partner with us, you gain access to the collective knowledge, experience, and resources of a trusted Australian engineering company – all dedicated to your success in Wakefield. In today's fast-paced, ever-evolving business environment, staying ahead of the curve requires more than just innovative thinking. It demands expertise that can deliver real-world solutions that meet the complex needs of local industries. That's why businesses throughout Wakefield, New South Wales, Australia trust COLETEK to provide the reliable engineering and product development capabilities they need to thrive. Whether your company is seeking specialized expertise in a specific industry or technology, or requires a custom-engineered product to drive business growth, we're here to help. With our comprehensive understanding of Wakefield's unique challenges and opportunities, you can rely on COLETEK to deliver results that exceed your expectations.