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 Kyabram South and Shepparton Central North to bring innovative products and technologies to life through our comprehensive Mechatronics Prototyping services. Our team of experienced engineers and product developers collaborate with you to translate your ideas into tangible prototypes, ensuring rapid progress from concept to market.
Our Mechatronics Prototyping process starts with a thorough understanding of your project goals and technical requirements. We work closely with you to capture and refine your ideas, considering every aspect from feasibility analysis to design reviews and production-readiness planning. Our in-house prototyping lab facilitates rapid hardware and software development, testing, and refinement, ensuring a seamless transition from prototype to production.
We understand the unique challenges of collaborating across regional and metropolitan areas. Our remote collaboration tools and Australia-wide support network enable seamless interaction and progress regardless of physical location. We prioritize clear communication and regular updates to ensure you stay informed every step of the way.
Our team has successfully completed over 150 R&D and new product development projects for clients across industries. We have received recognition for our innovative products and design expertise, and our founder, Luke Cole, has contributed to notable research and development initiatives.
Whether you need to validate the feasibility of an idea, refine your design, or prepare for production, COLETEK's Mechatronics Prototyping services are tailored to meet your specific needs. Contact us today to discuss your project and discover how we can help you bring your innovative ideas to life.
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.