At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Wanganui, 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 Wanganui 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 Wanganui is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Data-driven decision makers and entrepreneurial visionaries alike are seeking trusted partners to propel their projects forward. As a multidisciplinary engineering and product development company, COLETEK has established itself as a leading force in Australia since 2001.
Aimed at serving businesses across Wanganui, New South Wales, Australia and beyond, our innovative approach emphasizes collaboration, reliability, and capability. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we empower entrepreneurs and innovation-driven organizations to overcome challenges and seize opportunities in this dynamic region.
In Wanganui, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK understands the unique demands of operating in a bustling market with diverse industries. Our team has extensive experience working alongside businesses to craft tailored solutions that propel growth, streamline operations, or solve complex technical problems.
In every aspect of our work, we prioritize local expertise, agility, and deep understanding of regional constraints, opportunities, and regulations. By fostering open communication channels and leveraging the collective might of our engineering prowess, COLETEK is well-positioned to support businesses in Wanganui, New South Wales, Australia as they navigate an ever-evolving landscape.
Our track record speaks for itself: time-honored partnerships with some of Australia's most innovative companies; a reputation built on dependability, responsiveness, and technical acumen. Today, COLETEK is poised to bring this same level of expertise and dedication to your organization in Wanganui, New South Wales, Australia.
Whatever the challenge – whether it involves product design, development, testing, or implementation – rest assured that COLETEK has the knowledge, resources, and regional acumen to ensure your project's success. Let us partner with your business to uncover innovative solutions tailored specifically for Wanganui, New South Wales, Australia.
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.