At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Coolumburra, 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 Coolumburra 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 Coolumburra is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Located at the heart of Australia's regional landscape, Coolumburra is a thriving community with its own unique identity. As a local business owner or technical decision-maker based in Coolumburra, New South Wales, Australia, you understand the importance of building strong relationships with trusted partners who share your vision for growth and innovation.
For over two decades, COLETEK has been a pioneer in multidisciplinary engineering and product development, serving businesses across Coolumburra, New South Wales, Australia, and throughout the country. Our team is renowned for their expertise, innovative spirit, and dedication to delivering exceptional results that exceed expectations.
Based in Coolumburra, New South Wales, Australia, we take pride in being a part of this vibrant community. We believe in fostering long-term partnerships with local businesses, understanding the nuances of each industry, and leveraging our capabilities to drive success.
COLETEK's strength lies in our ability to bring together diverse skill sets and expertise, creating innovative solutions that meet the specific needs of Coolumburra's business community. We're committed to reliability, collaboration, and capability – values that resonate deeply with local entrepreneurs and leaders who value trust and transparency.
By partnering with COLETEK, you can rest assured that your business is in good hands. Operating throughout Australia, we've developed a reputation for delivering exceptional results, on time and within budget. Our team's dedication to quality, attention to detail, and commitment to customer satisfaction make us an invaluable ally for any Coolumburra-based organization seeking engineering and product development solutions.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, COLETEK is here to support you. Our expert team is equipped to handle every aspect of engineering and product development, from concept design to manufacturing and implementation.
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.