At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Middleton Grange, 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 Middleton Grange 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 Middleton Grange is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Facing challenges in Middleton Grange, New South Wales, Australia? Look no further than COLETEK, a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001. For over two decades, we've been serving businesses across Middle Grange, New South Wales, Australia, providing innovative solutions that drive growth and success. Our reputation as a trusted partner is unparalleled; backed by our national presence and extensive experience.
At COLETEK, we take pride in being more than just an engineering firm – we're dedicated to building strong relationships with local businesses like yours. Operating throughout Middleton Grange, New South Wales, Australia, we understand the unique opportunities and challenges that region faces. Our expertise spans a wide range of industries, from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and infrastructure – allowing us to apply our knowledge to address your specific needs.
What sets us apart is our commitment to reliability, collaboration, and capability. We don't just provide solutions; we invest in understanding your business goals and objectives. Our team of talented engineers, designers, and project managers will work closely with you to identify opportunities for improvement, develop tailored strategies, and bring your ideas to life.
By partnering with COLETEK, Middleton Grange, New South Wales, Australia businesses can expect expert guidance, rigorous planning, and meticulous execution. Our passion is helping like-minded organizations achieve their ambitions and thrive in a rapidly changing environment. Whether you're seeking innovative product development, process improvements, or strategic advice, we've got the skills, expertise, and local knowledge to support your growth.
As a testament to our dedication to Middleton Grange, New South Wales, Australia, we're proud of our long history of serving local businesses. Our goal is simple: to be the trusted partner that helps Middle Grange's entrepreneurs and business leaders achieve their vision. Join forces with us today, and let's unlock new possibilities for your organization.
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.