Controlling PCs and tablets with hand movements
In an office in Forskningsveien 1, Oslo, a researcher is making gentle, gymnastic hand movements in front of his tablet computer.
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Where am I and where am I going?
People can easily find their way around a room or in the outdoors – but a robot has no idea.
Preventing air accidents
A Norwegian, satellite-based system aims to ensure that helicopters and light aircraft are prevented from colliding with power lines and other obstacles.
Preventing air accidents
A Norwegian, satellite-based system aims to ensure that helicopters and light aircraft are prevented from colliding with power lines and other obstacles.
‘Likes’ provide humanitarian support
According to a Norwegian study, 'likes' on Facebook are providing a new type of humanitarian support and social responsibility.
Can an app help make life easier for children with ADHD?
We have tended to associate welfare technology with support for the elderly. Now researchers are looking at whether technology such as digital calendars and smartwatches can also provide support for children with autism and ADHD.
Jacket works like a mobile phone
A fire is raging in a large building and the fire leader is sending a message to all firefighters at the scene. But they don’t need a mobile phone – they simply check their jacket sleeves and read the message there.
Norwegian IT researchers are the best in the world
International IT researchers have limited contact with the industry, and tend to stay in their offices, working on concepts and studies. Norwegian researchers work closely with companies – and win awards.
What do you know about Lawrence of Rome?
The EU wants people to get more interested in their cultural heritage, and is starting pilot projects in England, Spain and Norway.