At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Islington, 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 Islington 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".

We Have Long-Standing Robotics Experience!

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 Islington is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.


Empowering Businesses in Islington, New South Wales, Australia with Innovative Engineering and Product Development Solutions

As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has built a reputation for reliability, collaboration, and capability that transcends borders. Our national presence is founded on trust, innovation, and dedication to delivering top-notch solutions to businesses across Islington, New South Wales, Australia and beyond. For over two decades, we have maintained an unwavering commitment to serving businesses in Islington, New South Wales, Australia, providing bespoke engineering and product development support that meets their unique needs. From concept to creation, our team of experts works closely with clients to bring forth innovative products, solutions, and services that drive growth, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. COLETEK's experience and expertise are hallmarks of our approach, as we operate throughout Islington, New South Wales, Australia, leveraging local knowledge and insights to tackle the most complex challenges. By placing a strong emphasis on collaboration and transparency, we foster long-term relationships with our clients, ensuring that their needs are understood and met at every stage. As a trusted partner for businesses in Islington, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK's dedication is evident in every project we undertake. We excel in a wide range of industries, from manufacturing to healthcare, and possess the capabilities to tackle projects of varying scope and complexity. Whether you're seeking support with product development, engineering, or production line optimization, our team can adapt to your specific needs. By partnering with COLETEK, businesses in Islington, New South Wales, Australia can rest assured that their project is in capable hands. We bring a wealth of experience, skills, and knowledge to the table, ensuring that every project meets the highest standards of quality and reliability. Our local presence allows us to engage closely with clients, understand their unique challenges, and deliver solutions tailored to meet those needs. So why wait? Join forces with COletek and discover how our engineering and product development expertise can drive your business forward. Let's build something remarkable together.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Islington – Selected Client Testimonials

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.