At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Upper Rouchel, 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 Upper Rouchel 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 Upper Rouchel is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
In the heart of New South Wales, Upper Rouchel is a thriving community that embodies the spirit of innovation and progress. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK is proud to serve businesses across Upper Rouchel, New South Wales, Australia, providing support and guidance every step of the way.
With a national reputation for reliability, collaboration, and capability, COLETEK has earned the trust of clients from diverse industries. Our team of experts takes a holistic approach, combining cutting-edge engineering expertise with innovative thinking to design and develop bespoke solutions that drive growth and success for Upper Rouchel's businesses.
Upper Rouchel, New South Wales, Australia is an area rich in natural beauty, with rolling hills, scenic vistas, and abundant wildlife. As a trusted partner to local businesses, COLETEK understands the unique challenges and opportunities that arise from operating in this picturesque region. Our commitment to supporting Upper Rouchel's business community goes beyond delivering innovative solutions – we're dedicated to building strong relationships and fostering long-term growth.
Founded on a bedrock of collaboration and a deep understanding of the local market, COLETEK has earned its reputation by consistently delivering high-quality results for clients across Australia. Our engineering expertise spans multiple disciplines, from advanced manufacturing to industrial automation, ensuring that businesses in Upper Rouchel, New South Wales, Australia have access to tailored solutions that meet their specific needs and challenges.
Whether you're an entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, COLETEK is the trusted partner for achieving your goals in Upper Rouchel, New South Wales, Australia. We're proud of our heritage as an Australian company and are committed to supporting local businesses, driving innovation, and fuelling growth across this incredible region.
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.