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


Trusted Engineering Solutions for Sydney South Businesses

As a business based in the heart of Sydney South, New South Wales, Australia, you're likely familiar with the unique challenges and opportunities presented by this vibrant region. From innovative startups to established companies, the area's entrepreneurial spirit is thriving, and the demand for expert engineering solutions is growing. At COLETEK, we've been serving businesses across Sydney South, New South Wales, Australia since 2001. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company, we're dedicated to helping local organizations overcome obstacles, enhance capabilities, and drive success. Our trusted national reputation has earned us the respect of clients nationwide, as well as in this beloved region. What sets us apart is our commitment to reliability, collaboration, and capability. We understand that no two projects are alike, which is why we take a tailored approach with each client, combining the latest engineering techniques, innovative design thinking, and industry-specific knowledge to deliver tailored solutions. Sydney South's thriving business community is just one of many areas where COLETEK shines. With our extensive experience in supporting companies throughout Australia – including those based in Sydney South – you can trust us to provide comprehensive engineering and product development expertise that meets your unique needs and goals. We're proud to be an integral part of the region's growth story, supporting local innovation and fostering long-lasting relationships with businesses of all sizes. By leveraging our cutting-edge skills, knowledge, and resources, we empower organizations like yours to excel in the competitive Australian marketplace. Whether you're an established industry leader or an ambitious startup looking to disrupt the status quo, COLETEK is here to help. We're committed to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations – every time, without exception.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Sydney South – 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.