At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Jennings, 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 Jennings 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 Jennings is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
As a thriving community nestled in the heart of New South Wales, Jennings is home to many successful businesses that require innovative solutions to stay ahead of the curve. At COLETEK, we understand the unique challenges faced by local entrepreneurs and corporate leaders, which is why we're committed to providing exceptional engineering and product development services that drive growth and profitability.
With our headquarters based in Jennings, New South Wales, Australia, we've established a strong reputation as a trusted advisor and partner for businesses across regional Australia. For over 20 years, COLETEK has built a formidable presence by combining cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise. As a multidisciplinary engineering and product development company, we're well-equipped to tackle complex projects that require collaboration, creativity, and technical prowess.
Our team of experienced professionals takes pride in delivering reliable solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and performance. Whether you're seeking to develop a new product, optimize existing processes, or navigate emerging market trends, we're here to support your success every step of the way. And with our extensive experience serving businesses across Jennings, New South Wales, Australia and beyond, you can trust us to bring your vision to life.
Throughout our history, COLETEK has fostered a culture of innovation, integrity, and customer-centricity. By combining these core values with our technical expertise, we've earned the trust of numerous businesses across industries, from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and beyond. When you partner with us, you can rely on our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations.
So why wait? Join forces with COLETEK – a trusted engineering and product development partner serving businesses throughout Jennings, New South Wales, Australia – to unlock new opportunities for growth, improvement, and success. We're excited to collaborate with you and create something remarkable.
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.