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


Solution-Oriented Engineering for Palmwoods, New South Wales, Australia

Located in Palmwoods, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001. With a strong national reputation built on reliability, collaboration, and capability, we are committed to supporting businesses like yours across Palmwoods and beyond.

We take pride in our ability to bridge the gap between innovation and implementation, working closely with local businesses to develop tailored solutions that meet their unique needs. By leveraging our extensive experience and expertise, we help companies in Palmwoods and surrounding areas unlock new opportunities and drive growth. Whether you're a small startup or an established enterprise, COLETEK has the skills and know-how to support your project requirements.

As a trusted engineering partner for businesses operating throughout Australia, including those based in Palmwoods, New South Wales, Australia, we focus on building long-term relationships founded on transparency, open communication, and a commitment to delivering results. Our multidisciplinary approach enables us to tackle complex projects with ease, ensuring that your goals are aligned with our expertise.

With COLETEK's experienced team focused on the needs of Palmwoods businesses like yours, you can trust that we will provide the engineering support necessary to help you achieve success. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by companies operating in this region, and we are dedicated to helping you overcome any obstacles and seize new opportunities.

As a local business owner or technical decision-maker in Palmwoods, New South Wales, Australia, you deserve access to reliable, capable, and innovative engineering services that cater to your specific needs. By partnering with COLETEK, you can benefit from our extensive experience, expert knowledge, and commitment to customer satisfaction.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Palmwoods – Selected Client Testimonials

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.