At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Macquarie Links, 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 Macquarie Links 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 Macquarie Links is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
In a region known for its natural beauty and thriving businesses, COLETEK proudly serves companies across Macquarie Links, New South Wales, Australia. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, we've earned a reputation as a trusted partner for innovators seeking cutting-edge solutions.
For over two decades, our team has collaborated with businesses throughout Australia to develop groundbreaking products, improve operational efficiency, and drive growth. With extensive experience in a range of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and finance, we're well-equipped to support local entrepreneurs and established firms alike.
Data-driven decision-making is key to success in today's fast-paced market. At COLETEK, our experts work closely with clients to analyze complex problems, design effective strategies, and engineer innovative products that meet their unique needs. By leveraging the latest technologies and drawing on our rich expertise, we help businesses in Macquarie Links, New South Wales, Australia stay ahead of the curve.
When you partner with COLETEK, you can rely on our unwavering commitment to reliability, collaboration, and capability. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations. Whether you're seeking insights into market trends, designing new products, or streamlining operations, we'll work tirelessly to help you achieve your goals.
We take pride in being based in Macquarie Links, New South Wales, Australia, and our operation spans the entire region, with a focus on providing personalized support and tailored solutions. By investing in local businesses and contributing to the community's growth, we strengthen our connection to this vibrant area and demonstrate our dedication to building lasting relationships.
To achieve success in today's competitive landscape, Macquarie Links, New South Wales, Australia businesses require partners who can deliver innovative, practical, and effective solutions. COLETEK is that trusted partner, committed to empowering local entrepreneurs and helping them realize their visions.
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.