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


Reliable Engineering Solutions for the South Coast, New South Wales, Australia

For over two decades, COLETEK has served as a trusted partner for businesses across South Coast, New South Wales, Australia. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, we've honed our expertise in working closely with local organisations to bring innovative solutions to market. Our strong foundation in engineering and product development has enabled us to build long-lasting relationships with clients based in South Coast, New South Wales, Australia. By combining our technical prowess with a deep understanding of industry needs, we empower businesses to achieve their goals and drive meaningful change. Our commitment to reliability, collaboration, and capability has earned us a reputation as a go-to partner for forward-thinking companies nationwide. We take pride in being an integral part of the South Coast, New South Wales, Australia business landscape. We've had the pleasure of supporting companies from various sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, and technology. By fostering strong ties with local clients and understanding their unique requirements, we can deliver tailored solutions that address their challenges head-on. At COLETEK, we believe in the power of partnership and collaboration. We're dedicated to working alongside businesses across South Coast, New South Wales, Australia to develop innovative products and services that exceed expectations. Our team's expertise spans engineering disciplines, including design, development, testing, and manufacturing. We leverage this expertise to provide comprehensive solutions that address our clients' needs, from concept through to commercialisation. Throughout our history, COLETEK has remained committed to the Australian market, serving businesses across South Coast, New South Wales, Australia and throughout the nation. Our ability to navigate complex projects and deliver results has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable engineering solutions. As we continue to grow and evolve, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering. We're excited about the prospect of working with local businesses in South Coast, New South Wales, Australia to drive growth, innovation, and progress. Whether you're looking to develop new products, streamline processes, or scale your operations, we're here to support you every step of the way.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for South Coast – Selected Client Testimonials

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.