At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Wandsworth, 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 Wandsworth 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 Wandsworth is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Wandsworth, New South Wales, Australia is a thriving community with a rich history of entrepreneurship and innovation. As the region continues to evolve and grow, it's essential for local businesses to have access to expertise that can help them stay ahead of the curve. That's where COLETEK comes in – a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001.
As a trusted national player with a reputation built on innovation and reliability, we're committed to serving businesses across Wandsworth, New South Wales, Australia, and throughout Australia. Our team of experts is dedicated to understanding the unique needs and challenges faced by local businesses, from manufacturing to logistics, and providing tailored solutions that drive growth and profitability.
At COLETEK, we value collaboration and partnership. We understand that every business has its own distinct personality and set of goals. That's why we take the time to listen, learn, and adapt our approach to meet your specific needs. Whether you're looking to improve efficiency, enhance customer experiences, or drive innovation, our expertise can help you achieve your objectives.
With experience spanning multiple industries and sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace, and more, we've developed a unique capability to identify opportunities for improvement and develop effective solutions that meet the needs of Wandsworth businesses. Our team is well-equipped to handle complex engineering challenges, from design and development to testing and implementation.
By partnering with COLETEK, local businesses in Wandsworth, New South Wales, Australia can count on expertise that's rooted in a deep understanding of their industry and market. We're dedicated to building strong relationships based on trust, transparency, and open communication. When you work with us, you can expect prompt communication, flexible solutions, and a focus on your specific needs.
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.