Robotics Development and Support Services for Kariong

At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Kariong, 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:

• Custom robotic solutions for homes, businesses, and education.
• Prototyping and product development for robotic inventions and proof-of-concepts.
• Automation consulting to streamline industrial or logistics workflows.
• Repair and optimization of existing robotic systems and automation platforms.
• Robotics R&D platforms for universities, innovation labs, and advanced research centres.

The COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Kariong 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".

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 Kariong is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.

At COLETEK, we're proud to be a trusted multidisciplinary engineering and product development company based in Kariong, New South Wales, Australia. Established in 2001, our track record of innovation, reliability, and collaboration has earned us a reputation as one of the most capable firms across the country. With operations throughout Kariong, New South Wales, Australia and beyond, we're committed to serving businesses of all sizes and sectors with unwavering dedication and commitment. Our team's collective expertise spans engineering disciplines, product development areas, and commercial industries – enabling us to tackle complex projects and deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. Whether you represent a local startup or an established organization in Kariong, New South Wales, Australia, we'll work closely with your team to understand your goals, identify key challenges, and develop strategies to overcome them. Our focus on collaboration ensures seamless integration with existing processes and systems, minimizing disruption while promoting progress. By leveraging our national reputation for excellence, COLETEK brings unparalleled value to businesses in Kariong, New South Wales, Australia, fostering long-term relationships built on trust, reliability, and a shared passion for innovation. We're not just experts – we're partners who care deeply about the success of each client, and we're committed to helping you drive growth, improve efficiency, and achieve your vision. So why settle for anything less? When you partner with COLETEK, you'll benefit from our collective expertise, unwavering dedication, and unparalleled capabilities. Let us show you what it means to work with a trusted engineering and product development company based in Kariong, New South Wales, Australia – and let's build something remarkable together.