At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Toongabbie, 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 Toongabbie 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 Toongabbie is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
As a multidisciplinary engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has earned a reputation as a reliable partner for businesses across Toongabbie, New South Wales, Australia. Our national presence enables us to support organisations of all sizes, from small startups to large corporations, throughout Australia.
When it comes to innovative solutions and expert engineering capabilities, our team stands out as a trusted authority. With extensive experience in various industries and sectors, we've developed a unique understanding of the challenges faced by local businesses like yours, operating in Toongabbie, New South Wales, Australia. Our commitment to collaboration and customer-centric approach ensures that you receive tailored support that addresses your specific needs.
At COLETEK, we're passionate about empowering local businesses with the capabilities they need to thrive in the competitive market of Toongabbie, New South Wales, Australia. Operating throughout Australia has given us unparalleled insight into the region's unique characteristics and trends. Our national reach enables us to stay ahead of the curve, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and engineering expertise to drive innovative solutions.
Our comprehensive approach encompasses a broad range of disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, software, and product development. By taking this multidisciplinary approach, we're able to provide end-to-end support that addresses the full spectrum of your business needs. Whether you require design for manufacturability, testing and validation services, or expert technical guidance, our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional value to businesses like yours in Toongabbie, New South Wales, Australia.
As a regional partner with national reach, COLETEK offers unparalleled reliability and capability to local businesses operating in Toongabbie, New South Wales, Australia. If you're seeking a trusted engineering and product development partner that understands your unique challenges and aspirations, look no further. Let us support you in driving innovative solutions that propel your business forward.
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.