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


Building Strength in Rocky Plain, New South Wales, Australia – Collaborative Engineering Solutions from COLETEK

At COLETEK, we're proud to have been a trusted partner for businesses across Rocky Plain, New South Wales, Australia and throughout Australia. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, we've earned a reputation for reliability, innovation, and collaboration. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping local businesses overcome challenges and achieve their goals. For too long, businesses in Rocky Plain have faced the same old problems: inadequate resources, lack of expertise, or insufficient funds to drive innovation forward. That's where COLETEK comes in – we're based in Rocky Plain, New South Wales, Australia, so we understand the unique needs and challenges of this region. By leveraging our national network and expertise, we can bring a fresh perspective and cutting-edge solutions to your doorstep. At COLETEK, we don't just engineer products – we also design and develop systems, processes, and strategies that help businesses thrive. Whether you're looking for support in product development, process optimization, or project implementation, we've got the capability and expertise to drive success. Our team works closely with clients to understand their goals and aspirations, then deploys our engineering prowess to turn those ambitions into reality. As Rocky Plain continues to grow and evolve, it's essential for local businesses to stay ahead of the curve. By partnering with COLETEK, you'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge, experience, and resources that can help you navigate the complexities of innovation. We're not just a company – we're your trusted collaborators in building something remarkable. Ready to take the next step? Let's build something remarkable together.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Rocky Plain – 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.