Mechatronics Prototyping for Parkville

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 Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, to bring innovative mechatronics products and solutions to life. Our team of experienced engineers thrives on tackling complex challenges and transforming ideas into tangible realities. We have a proven track record of delivering successful projects across industries, from robotics and automation to medical devices and industrial automation.

Our mechatronics prototyping process starts with a deep understanding of your needs and goals. We collaborate closely with you to capture requirements, refine design decisions, and iterate rapidly through prototypes. Our in-house prototyping lab facilitates efficient hardware and software development, testing, and refinement. We also leverage remote collaboration tools to seamlessly connect with clients across regional and metropolitan areas.

We understand the importance of seamless integration and testing throughout the process. Our engineers meticulously plan integration strategies, ensuring seamless coupling of hardware and software components. Comprehensive testing is then conducted to validate functionality and identify potential areas for improvement. We also provide production-readiness planning, ensuring a smooth transition from prototype to full-scale manufacturing.

Our expertise extends beyond technical proficiency. We are committed to open communication and transparency throughout the process. We regularly share progress updates, design decisions, and testing results with you. This collaborative approach fosters trust and empowers you to make informed decisions.

Let us join you on your journey to bring your mechatronics vision to life. Contact COLETEK today to discuss your project and explore how our innovative solutions can empower your business in Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.