At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Louth, 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:
- Custom robotic solutions for homes, businesses, and education.
- Prototyping and product development for robotic inventions and proof-of-concepts.
- Automation consulting to streamline industrial or logistics workflows.
- Repair and optimization of existing robotic systems and automation platforms.
- Robotics R&D platforms for universities, innovation labs, and advanced research centres.
The COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Louth 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 Louth is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.
Unlocking Innovation for Louth Businesses in New South Wales, Australia with COLETEK
Located at the heart of New South Wales, Australia, Louth is a thriving community rich in history and natural beauty. As businesses across Louth continue to drive growth and innovation, we're proud to announce that COLETEK is committed to supporting their vision.
Since 2001, our multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company has been dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to companies from all industries throughout Australia – including those in Louth. Our reputation for reliability and collaboration has earned us the trust of businesses, policymakers, and communities nationwide.
Today, we continue to play a vital role in shaping the future of New South Wales' economy by working closely with businesses such as yours, based in Louth or operating throughout the region. By partnering with our team, you can tap into the collective expertise of our engineers and product developers to drive your growth strategy.
At COLETEK, we're not just another engineering company – we're a partner committed to understanding your unique challenges and capitalizing on opportunities in Louth's dynamic market. Our comprehensive approach includes:
a deep understanding of local regulations and industry trends;
Whether you're looking to enhance operations efficiency, optimize product performance, or create a new business model, our collective expertise is at your disposal. We're proud to serve businesses across Louth, New South Wales, Australia, leveraging the power of engineering and product development to drive progress.
If you're ready to harness the power of innovation, join forces with COLETEK, based in Louth, New South Wales, Australia. Let's work together to build something remarkable for this vibrant region – contact us today!
