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


Pikapene Businesses: Unlocking Engineering Expertise and Innovation with COLETEK

As businesses in Pikapene, New South Wales, Australia continue to drive growth and innovation, they require trusted partners who can deliver cutting-edge solutions. At COLETEK, we proudly establish ourselves as a dependable engineering and product development company, committed to serving the regional community and beyond. Our multidisciplinary expertise spans over two decades, since our inception in 2001. Founded on a bedrock of trust, collaboration, and innovation, COLETEK has earned its reputation as a national leader in Australian engineering and product development. Our team's extensive experience encompasses a wide range of sectors, allowing us to bring diverse perspectives and fresh insights to projects. By staying at the forefront of technological advancements and industry trends, we consistently demonstrate our capacity to adapt and excel. We're not just based in Pikapene, New South Wales, Australia – we're rooted in it. Our local presence enables us to effectively support businesses across this region, understanding their unique needs and challenges. Whether it's exploring new product development opportunities or optimising existing processes, COLETEK collaborates closely with clients to deliver tailored solutions. Throughout our 20-year history, COLETEK has developed a culture of reliability, fostering strong relationships built on transparency, open communication, and mutual respect. This foundation allows us to tackle complex projects with confidence, leveraging our collective expertise to drive results that meet – or exceed – expectations. As Pikapene businesses navigate the complexities of modern industry, they can rely on COLETEK's comprehensive capabilities to stay ahead of the curve. From concept to delivery, we're committed to helping local companies in Pikapene, New South Wales, Australia succeed and grow.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Pikapene – 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.