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 Lake Bunga and the surrounding region to bring innovative mechatronics products to life. Our team of experienced engineers thrives on tackling complex challenges and transforming ideas into tangible solutions. We understand the unique needs of businesses in this region, having collaborated on projects across diverse industries.
Our mechatronics prototyping services include comprehensive support from initial requirements capture through design decisions, prototyping, iteration, integration, testing, and production-readiness planning. We prioritize open communication and collaboration, working seamlessly with clients both remotely and through periodic on-site reviews.
Our extensive experience encompasses various project types, including proof-of-concept work, prototype refinement, design reviews, and technical feasibility assessments. We leverage advanced tools and technologies to deliver robust and reliable solutions tailored to your specific needs.
We are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes and fostering strong partnerships with our clients. Our proven track record includes over 150 successful R&D and new product development projects across hardware and software. Our in-house prototyping lab enables us to rapidly iterate and refine your ideas into market-ready products.
Let us join you on your journey to innovate and disrupt your industry. Contact COLETEK today to discuss your mechatronics prototyping needs and explore how we can empower your business in Lake Bunga, Lakes Wilderness, Victoria, Australia.
This is a sample of public feedback from a broader range of client work.
COLETEK proved to be the perfect choice to help us kick our project off. Their analysis of the problem we presented with them with, and their suggestions for the most efficient and effective way to achieve a solution prevented us wasting time and money heading down the wrong path. I'd recommend COLETEK without any reservations.
Working with Luke has been a standout experience. His technical ability is second to none, and he brings a level of dedication and professionalism that makes every project genuinely enjoyable to be part of. Highly recommended.