Mechatronics Prototyping for Illowa

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).

At COLETEK, we empower businesses in Illowa and across the Great Ocean Road region to transform innovative ideas into reality through comprehensive mechatronics prototyping services. Our team of experienced engineers has successfully collaborated with clients on diverse projects, from proof-of-concept work to production-readiness planning.

Our mechatronics prototyping process starts with a thorough understanding of your requirements. We collaborate closely with you to capture detailed requirements, identify potential trade-offs, and develop a detailed engineering plan. This iterative approach ensures that your prototypes meet your expectations and seamlessly integrate with your existing systems.

We leverage our state-of-the-art prototyping lab to rapidly iterate on your design, refining prototypes through testing and feedback. Our team can also assist with integration planning, ensuring a smooth transition from prototype to production. Additionally, we offer comprehensive production-readiness planning, covering everything from supply chain management to manufacturing process optimization.

Remote collaboration is at the core of our approach, enabling us to support clients across regional and metropolitan areas. We prioritize clear and consistent communication, ensuring that you stay informed every step of the way. Our Australia-wide network of partners allows us to access specialized expertise and resources when needed.

Whether you need to validate the feasibility of a new product idea or accelerate the development of your existing technology, COLETEK's mechatronics prototyping services will empower your business to achieve remarkable results. Contact us today to discuss your project and discover how we can help you bring your innovative ideas to life.