Mechatronics Prototyping for Barwite

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 Barwite to transform innovative ideas into tangible products through comprehensive mechatronics prototyping services. Our team of experienced engineers has successfully collaborated with clients across industries to refine concepts, validate feasibility, and accelerate product development cycles.

Our mechatronics prototyping process starts with a thorough understanding of your requirements. We collaborate closely with you to capture detailed project specifications, identify potential engineering trade-offs, and develop a detailed plan for prototype refinement. This iterative approach allows us to rapidly iterate on your design, addressing functionality, usability, and manufacturability concerns.

We maintain an in-house prototyping lab equipped with advanced tools and technologies to support rapid hardware and software development. Our engineers have access to state-of-the-art equipment and software licenses, enabling them to deliver high-quality prototypes that meet your expectations.

Beyond technical expertise, we understand the importance of seamless collaboration and effective communication. Our team works remotely and Australia-wide, ensuring seamless interaction and timely updates throughout the process. We prioritize transparency and actively involve you in every step, from initial concept discussions to final handover of the prototype.

Whether you require assistance with proof-of-concept work, prototype refinement, design reviews, or production-readiness planning, COLETEK is your trusted partner in mechatronics prototyping. Contact us today to discuss your project and discover how our innovative solutions can help you bring your ideas to life.