Our CTO (Luke Cole) previously worked for Hemisphere GPS (orginally called BEELINE, and now bought out by AgJunction) as a "Robotics Engineer" implementing auto-guidance solutions for various quadbikes and agriculture tractors that was used by 100's of vehicles around the world.
For 10 years, starting as a teenager in 1998 - Luke Cole has also worked for leading research institutes and companies such as NICTA (now called CSIRO Data61), CSIRO, Seeing Machines and ANU Robotics System Lab (lead by Alex Zelinsky, who received a rare prestigious AO award in 2017 and was Defence Scientist of Australia from 2012 for 6 years). Luke's work included various autonomous mobile robot projects, involving computer vision, and even a self-driving car early 2000's. Back then OpenCV and ROS didn't exist, so we did a "roll-your-own" called VisLib and DROS comprised of 364,578 lines of code.
Lance Cole has also worked at NICTA and has a background of various hardware development, such as working for a contract company to the US millary (EOS), building the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS).
Mechatronics Prototyping for Businesses on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
At COLETEK, we empower businesses across the Sunshine Coast to bring innovative products and solutions to life through our comprehensive mechatronics prototyping services. Our team of experienced engineers has successfully collaborated with clients on a wide range of projects, from proof-of-concept work to production-readiness planning.
We understand the unique challenges faced by businesses in the region, and we tailor our approach to ensure seamless integration of prototyping into your workflow. Our remote collaboration capabilities and Australia-wide support network enable us to effectively manage projects regardless of location.
Our mechatronics prototyping process involves meticulous requirements capture, engineering trade-offs, integration planning, and rigorous testing and iteration. We prioritize open communication and periodic design reviews to ensure your complete involvement and alignment throughout the process.
With an in-house prototyping lab and extensive experience in hardware and software development, COLETEK is well-equipped to support businesses at every stage of their product development journey. From initial discovery and design decisions to production-readiness and handover, we are committed to delivering tangible results that exceed expectations.
Let us join you on your journey to innovation and market leadership. Contact COLETEK today to discuss your mechatronics prototyping needs and explore how we can help you bring your vision to life.
Let’s build something remarkable together.
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Mechatronics Prototyping for Sunshine Coast – Selected Client Testimonials
This is a sample of public feedback from a broader range of client work.
I used COLETEK for the design and prototyping of a new medical airway device I invented. They were enthusiastic, responsive to my input and I was very satisfied with the product they gave me. I can strongly recommend their services.
Salita engaged Luke Cole to troubleshoot issues we were having with a drive motor system with a dynamic variance of torque and speed. After approaching no less than a dozen Australian supplier and engineering firms to provide a solution, and after 12 months of product design and testing, they could not verify why their recommended motors where failing and reversing suddenly. Luke undertook testing and analysis and quickly supplied information on the failures. Not only did Luke uncover a rare, uncommon failure but also provided a solution. The COLETEK team are our go to for the correct solution the first time, for all our electronic needs.
Our first foray into the world of 3D printing brought us to COLETEK. We consider ourselves fortunate to have made this connection. COLETEK were accessible and easy to communicate with. They provided clear feedback and advice regarding the printing process, 3D file formats, resolution options and the likely time and costs involved. They provided prompt, invaluable service at a critical stage of product development, demonstrating a real understanding of our particular needs. The costs of services were totally appropriate and represented real added value to our final product. Thank you Luke and the team, we look forward to further opportunities to engage COLETEK.
I'm in the early stages of my prototype design. I have worked with Luke for a couple of years now and in that time I have found Luke to be very reliable, responsible with my design, honest and trustworthy. What stood out the most was Luke's pride and commitment that he undertakes to ensure a positive outcome. I consider it a privilege to call Luke an associate and have no hesitation in encouraging others to do the same.
Working with COLETEK has been a pleasure. All parts we received are good quality and made exactly to our drawings, turnaround times were quick and never later than stated. Overall a great supplier and would recommend to any others interested in 3D Printing. Thank you!
Great prototype product made to our specs with minimal fuss. Delivered on time and within budget. Thanks team.
Founded in 2001, COLETEK is a founder-led Australian engineering company helping clients develop new products, prototypes, electronics, embedded systems, IoT products, AI-enabled devices, intelligent machines, and robotics systems.
We work across electronics, embedded firmware, IoT connectivity, software, mechanics, and real-world testing, with strong experience in multidisciplinary product development, connected devices, computer vision, precision motor control, robotics, and autonomy.
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