At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Cooperabung, 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 Cooperabung 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 Cooperabung is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Coletek has been a trusted partner for businesses across Cooperabung, New South Wales, Australia since 2001. As a multidisciplinary engineering and product development company, we're proud to have established a reputation as a reliable and innovative collaborator.
We take pride in our capability to work with clients from a wide range of sectors, providing the expertise and guidance they need to bring their ideas to life. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to launch your new venture or an established business seeking to improve operational efficiency, we're here to support you every step of the way.
In Cooperabung, New South Wales, Australia and throughout Australia, COLETek is uniquely positioned to serve as a trusted engineering partner for businesses looking for innovative solutions. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that meet your unique needs and goals, no matter what industry or sector you operate in.
We don't just provide services – we build long-term relationships based on trust, mutual understanding, and a passion for collaboration. When working with us, rest assured that you'll have access to the skills, knowledge, and expertise necessary to navigate any project or challenge. Our multidisciplinary approach means that our engineers are equipped to tackle complex problems from multiple angles, ensuring innovative solutions that exceed your expectations.
As a national engineering company based in Cooperabung, New South Wales, Australia, we're committed to supporting businesses of all sizes and sectors throughout the country. Whether you're looking for product development expertise or engineering support, know that COLETek is here to help – 24/7 if needed.
So why choose COLETek as your trusted partner in Cooperabung, New South Wales, Australia? Our answer is simple: we care about the success of our clients and are committed to providing exceptional results every time. We're proud to operate throughout Australia, serving businesses across Cooperabung, New South Wales, Australia, and beyond.
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.