At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Rangari, 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 Rangari 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 Rangari is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has built a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses across Rangari, New South Wales, Australia. Our team of experts has demonstrated unparalleled innovation, reliability, and collaboration skills, setting us apart from others in the industry.
With operations based in Rangari, New South Wales, Australia, we proudly serve local businesses and organizations, leveraging our extensive knowledge and experience to deliver tailored solutions that meet their unique needs. Whether you're a startup or an established enterprise, COLETEK is committed to empowering your success, guided by our values of integrity, creativity, and excellence.
COLETEK's comprehensive approach encompasses product development, engineering expertise, and cutting-edge technology, enabling us to tackle complex challenges and deliver exceptional results. Our team is dedicated to fostering long-term relationships with clients across Rangari, New South Wales, Australia, providing unwavering support for their growth, evolution, and sustainability.
Operating throughout Australia, we've developed a strong network of partners and collaborators, allowing us to draw on the collective expertise of our multidisciplinary team. By combining your needs with our capabilities, we'll empower your organization to thrive in today's fast-paced environment.
We understand that every business is unique, which is why COLETEK takes pride in tailoring our approach to suit individual requirements, leveraging our expertise and resources to drive success. Whether you're seeking innovative product development, advanced engineering solutions, or strategic consulting services, we'll work tirelessly to deliver results that meet your specific needs.
Ultimately, our goal is simple: to empower businesses across Rangari, New South Wales, Australia, with the confidence and capabilities necessary to drive their vision forward. With COLETEK by your side, you can rest assured that your project will receive the highest level of attention, dedication, and expertise.
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.