Robotics Development and Support Services for The Rock

At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for The Rock, 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:

• Custom robotic solutions for homes, businesses, and education.
• Prototyping and product development for robotic inventions and proof-of-concepts.
• Automation consulting to streamline industrial or logistics workflows.
• Repair and optimization of existing robotic systems and automation platforms.
• Robotics R&D platforms for universities, innovation labs, and advanced research centres.

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

As you navigate the challenges of growing your business in The Rock, New South Wales, Australia, innovative engineering and product development can be a game-changer. For over two decades, COLETEK has been a trusted partner for businesses across Australia, including those based in The Rock, with comprehensive solutions that empower them to thrive. Founded in 2001, COLETEK is a multidisciplinary Australian company that prides itself on its national reputation for reliability, collaboration, and capability. Our experts have deep knowledge of the industries we serve, as well as the skills to develop innovative products and engineering solutions tailored to your specific needs. With COLETEK on your side, you can trust that your project is in good hands. Servicing businesses across The Rock, New South Wales, Australia and throughout Australia, our team of engineers, developers, and innovators is committed to understanding your unique challenges and delivering effective solutions that meet them head-on. We take the time to listen attentively to your goals and concerns, then leverage our expertise to craft bespoke engineering and product development strategies that drive real results. Whether you're looking to optimize your operations, streamline processes, or bring new products to market, COLTEK has the capabilities to help you succeed. With our collective experience and innovative approach, we've helped numerous organizations in The Rock, New South Wales, Australia and beyond build their competitiveness, improve efficiency, and increase profitability. At COLETEK, we're committed to supporting businesses like yours across The Rock, New South Wales, Australia with cutting-edge engineering and product development expertise. We believe that trusted partnerships founded on open communication, shared goals, and mutual respect are the key to driving positive change – and that's exactly what we bring to every project.