At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Caloola, 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 Caloola 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 Caloola is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Since 2001, COLETEK has been a driving force in Australian engineering and product development, earning a reputation for reliability, innovation, and trusted collaboration across various industries. Our multidisciplinary company is committed to empowering local businesses in Caloola, New South Wales, Australia and beyond – providing cutting-edge solutions that drive growth and success.
As a trusted partner, COLETEK has established itself as a formidable force in engineering and product development, with expertise that spans diverse sectors. Our dedication to delivering high-quality results has earned us recognition throughout Australia, including the [location name] region. With our headquarters securely established in Caloola, New South Wales, Australia, we're well-equipped to serve businesses across this beautiful area.
Whether you're an entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, COLETEK is here to support your vision and goals. Our team of experts is passionate about understanding your unique needs and developing bespoke solutions that meet the specific requirements of your industry. By combining our collective know-how with collaborative problem-solving approaches, we consistently deliver results that exceed expectations.
Throughout Caloola, New South Wales, Australia, and across the country, COLETEK has established a strong reputation for engineering excellence. We're not just a product development company; we're a trusted partner that brings people together to solve complex challenges. Our commitment to innovation and partnership is unwavering – ensuring our clients receive top-notch solutions tailored to meet their specific needs.
When you choose COLETEK, you can rest assured that your project will be in capable hands. We pride ourselves on being a versatile and dependable partner for businesses across Caloola, New South Wales, Australia, as well as nationwide. Let us help you bring your innovative ideas to life – with integrity, expertise, and a commitment to collaboration.
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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.