At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Aldavilla, 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 Aldavilla 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 Aldavilla is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Located in the heart of Aldavilla, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company with a trusted national reputation. Since our inception in 2001, we've been dedicated to serving businesses across Aldavilla, New South Wales, Australia, offering comprehensive support that drives innovation and growth.
We pride ourselves on being a reliable partner for local businesses, helping them overcome challenges and seize opportunities. Our team of experts brings together diverse skills and knowledge to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. Whether you're an established company looking to expand your capabilities or a startup seeking to make your mark, COLETEK is here to support your journey.
As a company based in Aldavilla, New South Wales, Australia, we understand the importance of building strong relationships with our customers and the local community. We're committed to operating throughout Australia, providing exceptional service that sets us apart from other engineering and product development companies.
At COLETEK, we believe that collaboration is key to achieving remarkable results. Our clients appreciate our ability to work closely with them, listening carefully to their needs and developing innovative solutions that deliver real value. Whether you're looking to launch a new product, improve your manufacturing processes, or overcome technical challenges, we'll work tirelessly to ensure your goals are met.
We've built a reputation for delivering reliable results, thanks to our team's exceptional capability and dedication. By working with COLETEK, businesses in Aldavilla, New South Wales, Australia can rest assured that their project is in good hands. We'll support you every step of the way, from initial concept to final product – or service.
We're proud to be part of the Aldavilla, New South Wales, Australia business community and are committed to serving our customers with integrity, professionalism, and expertise. If you're ready to partner with a trusted, reliable, and innovative engineering and product development company, we'd love to hear from you.
This is a sample of public feedback from a broader range of client work.
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.
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.