At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Quanda, 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 Quanda 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 Quanda is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Based in Quanda, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001. Our national reputation for reliability, collaboration, and capability has earned us the trust of businesses across the region, including those serving the ever-growing Quanda community.
As your trusted partner, we understand that every business, regardless of size or industry, requires tailored solutions to stay ahead of the curve in today's fast-paced market. Our team of experts takes pride in delivering innovative, effective, and efficient products and services that propel businesses forward. With our engineering expertise at the forefront, we empower local businesses in Quanda, New South Wales, Australia to succeed with confidence.
Whether you operate a manufacturing facility, offer consulting services, manage supply chains, or provide innovative solutions, COLETEK is committed to supporting your organization's growth and longevity. Our team is passionate about developing sustainable products and processes that not only benefit your business but also contribute positively to the regional economy.
With extensive experience operating throughout Australia, including Quanda, New South Wales, Australia, we have a deep understanding of the region's unique challenges and opportunities. We take pride in being a trusted extension of your team, providing expertise that complements your existing operations, from design and prototyping to testing and implementation.
By partnering with COLETEK, you gain access to our collective knowledge base, built over two decades of innovation and collaboration. Our expertise spans multiple disciplines, including engineering, product development, manufacturing, and supply chain management – giving your business the resources it needs to achieve its goals and stay competitive in the Quanda market.
As a local business owner or executive, you know that having reliable partners who share your vision and values is crucial to success. At COLETEK, we're committed to fostering long-term relationships built on trust, open communication, and mutual respect – working together to drive growth and prosperity in Quanda, 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.