At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Empire Bay, we bring deep, long-standing experience in robotics engineering, autonomous systems development, and artificial intelligence. Our CTO, Luke Cole, began working in robotics as a teenager in 1998 and went on to serve as a Robotics Engineer at Hemisphere GPS (formerly BEELINE, now part of AgJunction). During his time there, he developed and deployed auto-guidance systems used in hundreds of agricultural vehicles—including tractors and quadbikes—across the globe.

Luke’s career has spanned work with some of Australia's top research institutions and high-tech companies. These include NICTA (now CSIRO Data61), CSIRO, Seeing Machines, and the ANU Robotics Systems Lab under the direction of Professor Alex Zelinsky—former Chief Defence Scientist of Australia. His contributions included pioneering work on autonomous mobile robots, early self-driving vehicle systems, and computer vision algorithms—before tools like ROS and OpenCV even existed.

Back in the early 2000s, our team developed custom robotics frameworks called VisLib and DROS, which collectively totaled over 360,000 lines of code—an early effort in DIY robotics middleware, laying the groundwork for modern AI-integrated robotics systems.

Lance Cole also brings significant robotics hardware expertise, with experience at NICTA and contributions to EOS, a defense contractor building the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) for the US military—a sophisticated integration of sensors, motors, and control systems.

Today, our engineers and developers provide cutting-edge robotics and AI consulting services across Australia and globally. We support a variety of clients in commercial, educational, research, and defense sectors. Our offerings include:

The COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Empire Bay team brings over 50 years of combined experience in robotics development, including indoor and outdoor autonomous navigation, SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping), sensor fusion, computer vision, motor control, and control theory. We are experts in integrating mechanical, electronic, and software systems to create robust and intelligent robotics platforms.

Our service area originated in New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), but now primarily supports clients throughout East Coast Queensland, including Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and the Gold Coast. From one-off robotic solutions to long-term development partnerships, we are the ideal technical team for ambitious robotics and AI projects.

We also offer a R&D robotic platform UGV for hire to help rapid development of robotics systems. If you'd like to know more please visit "Scotty Robot".

We Have Long-Standing Robotics Experience!

If you are looking for expertise in robot design, AI integration, embedded robotics platforms, or need a trusted team to guide your project from prototype to production, COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Empire Bay is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.


Trusted Engineering Partner for Empire Bay, New South Wales, Australia

At COLETEK, we're proud to be a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001. For nearly two decades, we've been serving businesses across Empire Bay, New South Wales, Australia, helping them overcome complex challenges with innovative solutions. As a trusted national reputation, we understand the unique needs of operating in Empire Bay, New South Wales, Australia. Our team is well-versed in the region's entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to innovation. We're committed to delivering reliable, responsive, and collaborative support for local businesses, from start-ups to established corporations. Our approach is founded on the principles of engineering excellence, technical expertise, and a passion for problem-solving. By leveraging our extensive experience, cutting-edge capabilities, and national presence, we empower enterprises in Empire Bay, New South Wales, Australia to achieve their goals, increase efficiency, and drive growth. At COLETEK, we believe that local businesses are the backbone of any economy. We're dedicated to building long-term relationships with our clients, leveraging our expertise to help them overcome industry-specific challenges, and driving results-oriented solutions. In Empire Bay, New South Wales, Australia, we work closely with businesses across various sectors, from manufacturing to services, agriculture, and infrastructure development. Our team is well-equipped to handle complex projects that require a deep understanding of local conditions, market dynamics, and regulatory requirements. We're committed to delivering exceptional results for Empire Bay, New South Wales, Australia-based businesses, leveraging our national reputation for innovation, reliability, and capability. Whether you're seeking engineering expertise, product development support, or strategic partnerships, we're here to help. So why wait? Contact us today to explore how COLETEK can support your business in Empire Bay, New South Wales, Australia. We look forward to building something remarkable together.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Empire Bay – Selected Client Testimonials

This is a sample of public feedback from a broader range of client work.

Intuitive, innovative & efficient are three words that would appropriately describe the COLETEK service. Luke and the team at COLETEK have taken our concepts to the next level.

COLETEK have provided one to one communication throughout the development process and gone above and beyond in bringing our ideas closer to becoming a reality! Luke's expertise and knowledge with computer software and electronics is Jedi like, but what I liked most about working with him was his willingness and ability to think outside of the box.