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


Partnering for Success in Newport Beach, New South Wales, Australia

As a trusted multidisciplinary engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK is proud to serve businesses across Newport Beach, New South Wales, Australia. With our national reputation built on innovation, reliability, and collaboration, we're committed to helping companies like yours achieve their goals. Headquartered in Newport Beach, New South Wales, Australia, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing local businesses. Whether you're a established player or an emerging innovator, our team of experts is equipped to provide tailored support across a wide range of industries and sectors. Operating throughout Newport Beach, New South Wales, Australia, we've developed a deep understanding of what makes our region tick – from its stunning coastline to its thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. At COLETEK, we're more than just an engineering and product development company – we're a partner that can help you bring your vision to life. Whether you're looking to optimize processes, develop new products or services, or solve complex technical challenges, we have the capabilities and expertise to support your goals. Our team is passionate about delivering results, not just meeting expectations. By partnering with COLETEK, businesses in Newport Beach, New South Wales, Australia can tap into our national network of experts and resources, leveraging our collective knowledge and skills to drive innovation and growth. We're proud to operate throughout Newport Beach, New South Wales, Australia, serving as a trusted guide for local companies seeking to take their next step forward. So why settle for anything less? Let us help you build something remarkable together. With COLETEK by your side, you can trust that your project is in good hands – hands with the know-how, experience, and passion to deliver exceptional results.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Newport Beach – 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.