At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Paddys Flat, 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 Paddys Flat 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 Paddys Flat is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Situated in the heart of Paddys Flat, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is a trusted multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001. For two decades, we've been serving businesses across Paddys Flat, New South Wales, Australia, empowering them to drive growth, improve efficiency, and stay ahead of the competition.
Our team of innovative thinkers, skilled engineers, and seasoned professionals is dedicated to delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of local businesses. By combining our technical expertise with a deep understanding of the region's distinct character, we've established ourselves as the go-to partner for Paddys Flat, New South Wales, Australia-based companies seeking to optimize their operations, streamline processes, and enhance customer experiences.
COLETEK is committed to building long-term relationships by fostering strong collaborations with local businesses, understanding their challenges, and crafting solutions that address their specific needs. Our extensive experience in working with a diverse range of industries has equipped us with the capability to tackle complex projects and deliver high-quality outcomes. By leveraging our expertise, Paddys Flat, New South Wales, Australia-based businesses can gain a competitive edge, increase productivity, and improve overall performance.
As a trusted national player with a strong reputation for reliability, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to support Paddys Flat, New South Wales, Australia's growing business community. Our presence throughout Australia has allowed us to develop a deep understanding of the region's distinct challenges, opportunities, and requirements. By partnering with us, local businesses can tap into our collective expertise, gain access to cutting-edge technologies, and benefit from our comprehensive services.
Whether you're looking to improve operational efficiency, enhance product development, or drive strategic growth, COLETEK is here to help. Our team is passionate about collaborating with Paddys Flat, New South Wales, Australia-based businesses to unlock their full potential. We share your vision and are dedicated to ensuring that together, we can achieve remarkable results that positively impact the region.
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.