Robotics Development and Support Services for The Junction

At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for The Junction, 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:

• Custom robotic solutions for homes, businesses, and education.
• Prototyping and product development for robotic inventions and proof-of-concepts.
• Automation consulting to streamline industrial or logistics workflows.
• Repair and optimization of existing robotic systems and automation platforms.
• Robotics R&D platforms for universities, innovation labs, and advanced research centres.

The COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for The Junction 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 The Junction is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.

At COLETEK, we're passionate about empowering local businesses in The Junction, New South Wales, Australia to succeed and thrive through our multidisciplinary expertise. With over two decades of experience, we've established ourselves as a trusted national brand, providing reliable engineering and product development services to organisations of all sizes. Based in The Junction, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK has a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by businesses operating within this region. We're dedicated to serving companies across The Junction, New South Wales, Australia, offering a comprehensive range of solutions to overcome complex engineering hurdles and drive growth. Our team of experts brings together diverse technical capabilities, combining innovative thinking with tried-and-tested methods to deliver exceptional results. COLETEK has earned its reputation for reliability, collaboration and capability, making us the go-to partner for businesses seeking trusted guidance throughout their engineering journey. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company founded in 2001, we've had the privilege of supporting businesses across The Junction, New South Wales, Australia and beyond. Our expertise spans various industries and sectors, enabling us to provide tailored solutions that cater to the distinct needs of each client. At COLETEK, we pride ourselves on our ability to forge strong relationships with local businesses in The Junction, New South Wales, Australia. We understand the importance of working closely with clients to design, develop, test and deploy cutting-edge products and technologies that meet their unique requirements. Whether you're looking for engineering advice, product design expertise, or solutions for improving operational efficiency, our team is committed to delivering world-class results that drive value and growth for your organisation. With COLETEK by your side, you can rely on us to navigate the complexities of engineering and bring your innovative ideas to life.