At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Galambine, 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 Galambine 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 Galambine is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
As a leading multidisciplinary engineering and product development company, COLETEK is proud to serve businesses across Galambine, New South Wales, Australia and beyond. With over 20 years of experience, we've established ourselves as trusted partners for organisations seeking reliable, innovative solutions.
Established in 2001, COletek has a long history of delivering exceptional results for clients operating throughout Australia. Our team comprises experts from various fields, united by our passion for engineering and commitment to excellence. We take pride in being a Australian-owned company, with deep understanding of local industries and needs.
We understand that businesses in Galambine, New South Wales, Australia face unique challenges, from managing operational efficiency to navigating regulatory frameworks. At COletek, we're dedicated to providing tailored support that helps our clients thrive in an ever-evolving landscape. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and our collective expertise, we empower organisations like yours to achieve their goals.
At COletek, collaboration is paramount. We believe that effective solutions require a deep understanding of each client's specific needs and circumstances. Our team takes the time to listen, learn, and adapt, ensuring that every project reflects our commitment to reliability and quality.
Innovative, yet grounded in reality – this is how we approach each challenge. By combining engineering prowess with business acumen, we develop solutions that drive real value for our clients. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to disrupt your industry or a established player seeking to stay ahead of the curve, COletek has the expertise and creativity to help.
Galambine's businesses deserve a partner that understands the local context, shares a passion for innovation, and possesses the capability to deliver complex engineering solutions. If you're looking for expert guidance on your next project or seeking a trusted ally for your long-term goals, look no further than COletek – the leading engineering and product development company operating throughout Australia, with a strong presence in Galambine, New South Wales, Australia.
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.