SINTEF Ocean laboratories - SINTEFuuid:7e21d384-79e5-4602-a874-14799ef27820;id=4202024-03-19T06:21:32+01:00https://www.sintef.no/favicon.icohttps://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/towing-tanks/Towing TankThe main activity of the towing tanks is related to investigation of hydrodynamic performance of ships. This includes resistance, propulsion, seakeeping in head and following seas, and directional stability tests with free running models. The tanks are equipped with two carriages: One for towing up to 10 m/s for traditional calm water tests and a second carriage for seakeeping tests and other tests performed with fixed or free-running models.2014-11-27T10:26:00+01:002024-03-11T20:45:33+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/2fdf12058177480494f72eb99bd070d1/marintek_skipsmodelltanken_hoyde_ny.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>The main activity of the towing tanks is related to investigation of hydrodynamic performance of ships. This includes resistance, propulsion, seakeeping in head and following seas, and directional stability tests with free running models. The tanks are equipped with two carriages: One for towing up to 10 m/s for traditional calm water tests and a second carriage for seakeeping tests and other tests performed with fixed or free-running models.</b></p>
<p>The tanks are equipped with two carriages: One for towing up to 10 m/s for traditional calm water tests and a second carriage for seakeeping tests and other tests performed with fixed or free-running models. Details about the seakeeping carriage are given below. Skipsmodelltank 2 Towing tanks I and III* Tank I and III can be used simultaneously and also as one long tank (I+III) by removing a...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/the-meso-scale-laboratory-at-sintef-sealab/The meso-scale laboratory at SINTEF SeaLabThis laboratory enables us to verify the results of bench-scale experiments under more realistic conditions. Our facilities, in which temperatures can be regulated, provide us with major advantages during tasks such as the preparation of field experiments, as well as giving researchers and our industrial partners new data in support of how different types of crude oil discharges to the marine environment and oil strandings should be managed.2017-12-20T15:01:27+01:002021-03-23T23:50:40+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/d53db18d807d444ca33e28729542151d/poster-029.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>This laboratory enables us to verify the results of bench-scale experiments under more realistic conditions. Our facilities, in which temperatures can be regulated, provide us with major advantages during tasks such as the preparation of field experiments, as well as giving researchers and our industrial partners new data in support of how different types of crude oil discharges to the marine environment and oil strandings should be managed.</b></p>
<p>Dynamic and static test basins/systems Renna lab: When we study the effects of weathering on different oils it is important that they are exposed to the most realistic conditions possible. One of our laboratory basins is equipped with a unique, custom-designed, climate simulator. Here it is possible to reconstruct the vagaries of nature using advanced technologies to simulate the effects of...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/sloshing-laboratory/Sloshing LaboratoryFor investigating liquid loads in tanks and on custom geometries, SINTEF has developed a sloshing laboratory with two motion platforms and a drop rig for deterministic water impacts. The motion platforms are custom made for exciting scaled vessel motions.2014-11-27T15:40:00+01:002024-03-11T20:45:34+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/95afbf60ab244d248c5ac07514b2ddc6/sloshing.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>For investigating liquid loads in tanks and on custom geometries, SINTEF has developed a sloshing laboratory with two motion platforms and a drop rig for deterministic water impacts. The motion platforms are custom made for exciting scaled vessel motions.</b></p>
<p></p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/sintef-sealab/SINTEF SeaLabThe laboratories at SINTEF SeaLab have been established to support our research activities. They are well-equipped with instrumentation and can be adapted to various kinds of studies.2018-01-03T14:32:38+01:002024-03-11T20:45:46+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/ce86eb18bd87441f9290c4ca9d2b8794/bilde-1.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>The laboratories at SINTEF SeaLab have been established to support our research activities. They are well-equipped with instrumentation and can be adapted to various kinds of studies.</b></p>
<p>Through technology development and research, SINTEF Ocean contributes to a more effective and sustainable utilization of the ocean resources. Among other areas, our research addresses plastic in the ocean, oil protection, cultivation of seaweed and new feed resources, as well as technological research with and for the Norwegian fishery and aquaculture industry. The laboratories at SINTEF SeaLab...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/process-laboratory/Process LaboratoryThis laboratory incorporates a “process hotel”, in which industrial companies and their equipment suppliers can obtain access to high-level knowledge within fields such as process engineering and management, and machine and measurement techniques. These are used in combination with knowledge of the input raw materials as a basis for developing and testing new processes.2018-01-03T14:15:16+01:002024-03-11T20:45:27+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/d91b9cc34a64458bad2781de6258803e/sinteffiskrobot-3249.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>This laboratory incorporates a “process hotel”, in which industrial companies and their equipment suppliers can obtain access to high-level knowledge within fields such as process engineering and management, and machine and measurement techniques. These are used in combination with knowledge of the input raw materials as a basis for developing and testing new processes.</b></p>
<p></p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/oil-laboratory-at-sintef-sealab/Oil Laboratory at SINTEF SeaLabThis laboratory carries out analyses designed to assess the behaviour and ultimate fate of oils in the marine environment.2018-01-03T14:09:28+01:002024-03-11T20:45:47+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/a1d702f68f3540e5b7e03b4b5dc4addd/bilde-2.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>This laboratory carries out analyses designed to assess the behaviour and ultimate fate of oils in the marine environment.</b></p>
<p>The method we apply is based on many years of experience. It is recognised internationally and has been published. Laboratory data is used as input to numerical models such as the SINTEF Oil Weathering Model (OWM) and the SINTEF Oil Spill Contingency and Response (OSCAR) model. These models predict factors such as physical changes to the weathering characteristics of oils, oil trajectory, and o...</p>http://ntnu.edu/oceanlabOceanLabWith support from the Norwegian Research Council, SINTEF and NTNU are establishing the full scale OceanLab laboratories in Mid-Norway to meet requirements for education, research and innovation in the marine and maritime sectors. The first Nodes in this infrastructure will be available for collaborating partners from academia, research organizations and/or industry in 2023. The OceanLab infrastructure will be an integrated part of the future Ocean Space Centre when the centre is finished.2021-05-10T11:22:42+02:002024-03-11T20:46:00+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/2806403131184a8899a373b13144a696/skjermbilde-2021-05-10-110712.png?width=500' />
<p><b>With support from the Norwegian Research Council, SINTEF and NTNU are establishing the full scale OceanLab laboratories in Mid-Norway to meet requirements for education, research and innovation in the marine and maritime sectors. The first Nodes in this infrastructure will be available for collaborating partners from academia, research organizations and/or industry in 2023. The OceanLab infrastructure will be an integrated part of the future Ocean Space Centre when the centre is finished.</b></p>
<p></p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/ocean-laboratory/Ocean LaboratoryThe Ocean Basin Laboratory is used for basic as well as applied research on marine structures and operations. A total environmental simulation including wind, waves and current offers a unique possibility for testing of models in realistic conditions. With a depth of 10 metres and a water surface of 50x80m the Ocean Basin Laboratory is an excellent tool for investigation of existing or future challenges within marine technology.2014-11-27T10:13:26+01:002024-03-11T20:45:32+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/4cd5cc21040f4538893ea096c173e759/302001541-2.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>The Ocean Basin Laboratory is used for basic as well as applied research on marine structures and operations. A total environmental simulation including wind, waves and current offers a unique possibility for testing of models in realistic conditions. With a depth of 10 metres and a water surface of 50x80m the Ocean Basin Laboratory is an excellent tool for investigation of existing or future challenges within marine technology.</b></p>
<p>Applications: Seakeeping Ship manoeuvring Fixed offshore structures Shallow water problems Mooring and DP systems Offshore floating production Offshore loading systems Offshore marine operations Subsea systems and operations Risers and pipelines Energy production from the sea Aquaculture Ocean basin laboratory data Length: 80 m Width: 50 m Depth: 0-10 m Maximum current velocity in wave surface:...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/plankton-centre/Norwegian Centre for Plankton TechnologyThe Norwegian Centre for Plankton Technology is an experimental facility that meets international standards for research and development. We offer researchers, students and the industry an opportunity to conduct relevant research on a wide range of plankton organisms.2019-08-13T14:50:00+02:002024-03-11T20:45:51+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/268971a85f7d4fbbbc5a7e3f55a5d004/sintefalgerledlys-7641_medium.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>The Norwegian Centre for Plankton Technology is an experimental facility that meets international standards for research and development. We offer researchers, students and the industry an opportunity to conduct relevant research on a wide range of plankton organisms.</b></p>
<p>The facility includes research within climate , environment, ecology, physiology, water chemistry and microbiology. Purpose of the plankton centre The centre's goal is to contribute to new knowledge about bio marine production/biomass production and harvest ing of plankton biomass from the sea. NTNU and SINTEF Ocean operates the centre and can through this offer relevant...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/model-production/Model ProductionThe models to be tested in the hydrodynamic laboratories at SINTEF Ocean are manufactured in our engineering workshop. In production of both hull- and propeller models, high accuracy and use of skilled experienced people are of the utmost importance.2016-03-31T15:03:03+02:002024-03-11T20:45:39+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/711a7e6ef25f4c5da3436376bd1c13a4/modelproduction.png?width=500' />
<p><b>The models to be tested in the hydrodynamic laboratories at SINTEF Ocean are manufactured in our engineering workshop. In production of both hull- and propeller models, high accuracy and use of skilled experienced people are of the utmost importance.</b></p>
<p>To improve accuracy together with reduction in production time, we have recently installed a new 5-axis milling machine type Belotti MDL 12070. This machine can also be split in two parts – one active and one passive – where in the active part a model is being milled while in the passive part a model is being prepared for milling. Due to the dimensions and the capacity of this machine, we can...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/mobile-sealab/Mobile SealabThis mobile facility enables you, in collaboration with SINTEF, to develop new products and optimise your production technology for the processing of virtually any kind of raw material, including waste raw materials.2018-01-03T13:44:20+01:002024-03-11T20:45:28+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/13948d31d6214bff8969f3df0af68e5d/container-pa-uthaugjan2012.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>This mobile facility enables you, in collaboration with SINTEF, to develop new products and optimise your production technology for the processing of virtually any kind of raw material, including waste raw materials.</b></p>
<p>Manufacture oil and protein hydrolysates from your own fresh raw materials. Optimise production by carrying out further processing of your high-quality raw materials. Enhance your position and market share using tomorrow's technology to supply the best products available. A complete factory facility The Mobile Sealab contains a small, but complete, factory facility for the recovery of oil,...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/microbiology-laboratory-at-sintef-sealab/Microbiology laboratory at SINTEF SeaLabOur laboratory applies a range of analytical methods in the fields of microbiology, molecular biology and medical microbiology. Our activities focus primarily on the biodegradation of environmental toxins and the implementation of data in our environmental models.2018-01-03T13:26:28+01:002024-03-11T20:45:47+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/6a2cc76c128544f18ec55afe75be8798/bilde-mikrobiologilab.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>Our laboratory applies a range of analytical methods in the fields of microbiology, molecular biology and medical microbiology. Our activities focus primarily on the biodegradation of environmental toxins and the implementation of data in our environmental models.</b></p>
<p>Our laboratory staff have high levels of expertise in the field of microbial research and development. We apply both standard methods and specially-tailored approaches in close collaboration with our clients. The laboratory utilises the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) in order to meet stringent requirements linked to the quality of documentation and reporting. We offer the...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/marine-structures-laboratory/Marine Structures LaboratoryThe main activities in the laboratory for marine structures are the testing of structures, structural components and materials. Typical problems involve fatigue testing, ultimate strength and collapse testing. Experimental work is often combined with analytical or numerical analysis.2017-11-19T14:37:00+01:002023-05-22T08:13:05+02:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/599c51b4658f4fdf872d749142facf24/konstruksjonslab.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>The main activities in the laboratory for marine structures are the testing of structures, structural components and materials. Typical problems involve fatigue testing, ultimate strength and collapse testing. Experimental work is often combined with analytical or numerical analysis.</b></p>
<p>Dynamic full scale testing for qualification of flexible risers, power cables and umbilicals can be performed as well as tests of unique set-up. Small scale testing can be performed to obtain material data and material coefficients for use in numerical analysis and full scale testing. The structural laboratory is operated by SINTEF Ocean in cooperation with Norwegian University of Science and...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/marine-cybernetics-laboratory/Marine Cybernetics LaboratoryThe Marine Cybernetics Laboratory is a wave basin, especially suited for tests of marine control systems, due to the relatively small size and advanced instrumentation package. It is also suitable for more specialized hydrodynamic tests (for example forced motion tests), mainly due to the advanced towing carriage, which has capability for precise movement of models in 6 degrees of freedom. Flow measurements can be performed using Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) technique.2016-03-31T14:24:25+02:002024-03-11T20:45:39+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/050590d5bdff46cab26c4f5e549fcf68/kybernetikklaboratorium.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>The Marine Cybernetics Laboratory is a wave basin, especially suited for tests of marine control systems, due to the relatively small size and advanced instrumentation package. It is also suitable for more specialized hydrodynamic tests (for example forced motion tests), mainly due to the advanced towing carriage, which has capability for precise movement of models in 6 degrees of freedom. Flow measurements can be performed using Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) technique.</b></p>
<p>Capacities: Tank Dimensions: L x B x D = 39m x 6.45m x 1.5m One flap wave maker Carriage: towing speed 2 m/s, 5 (6) DOFs forced motions Typical scaling ratios: l = 50-150 Typical ship model lengths:1-3m Positioning System measure 6 DOF in Real-Time Experimental Set-ups: Propulsor and thruster tests. Detailed flow measurements using PIV (Particle Image Velocimetry). DP and way-point tracking...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/maskinsyn-og-robotikklaboratoriet/Machine vision, machine learning, and robotics laboratoryMachine-vision, machine-learning, and robotics laboratory (MAROlab) a space used to support projects focusing on these topics within the food industry. Working with universities to build a platform where students, researchers, and professors can come together and build new technology, and develop equipment furthering product quality and reducing loses. Building a future of sustainability and automation.2020-01-14T14:40:00+01:002024-03-11T20:45:53+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/39e7d81bdc234ef6843d4b6cd22a95a5/gribbot---tyd.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>Machine-vision, machine-learning, and robotics laboratory (MAROlab) a space used to support projects focusing on these topics within the food industry. Working with universities to build a platform where students, researchers, and professors can come together and build new technology, and develop equipment furthering product quality and reducing loses. Building a future of sustainability and automation.</b></p>
<p>At Machine-vision, machine-learning, and robotics laboratory (MAROlab) work entails find solutions to how interact with biological materials such as food, e.g. whole salmon, or fillets, cucumbers and lettuce, apples and berries, or intestines. These are produce with large varsity in consistency and size, and all these produce needing a gentle hand – even the apple. Take apples as an example: If...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/flume-tank-in-hirtshals/Flume tank in HirtshalsSINTEF Ocean has, as of October 1, 2023, transferred the operation of the Flume Tank in Hirtshals to Nordsøen Forskerpark. The new operator is Flume Tank North Sea A/S. Emails can be sent to: info@flumetanknorthsea.com.2017-05-24T11:02:21+02:002024-03-11T20:45:26+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/bad7eb170a654a1a90859dee98f6e224/20200916_105416-002.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>SINTEF Ocean has, as of October 1, 2023, transferred the operation of the Flume Tank in Hirtshals to Nordsøen Forskerpark. The new operator is Flume Tank North Sea A/S. Emails can be sent to: info@flumetanknorthsea.com.</b></p>
<p>The flume tank has been upgraded continuously and stands today as a very versatile test facility. A recent installation of a modern 3D measuring video rig completes the setup, ideal for projects where an accurate real time measurement of the dynamics of a fish cage, trawl or trawldoor, or any other sub-sea structures are needed. Net manufacturers and fishing companies from all over the world...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/environmental-laboratories/Environmental and biochemical analysisSINTEF Ocean offers chemical analysis of emerging and priority pollutants, petroleum products and biomolecules. With our advanced analytical platform, we tailor analytical solutions to each project. We co-operate closely with laboratories across SINTEF to offer advanced analysis for any research need.2018-05-24T13:34:00+02:002024-03-11T20:45:25+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/21e9c79eb6084a93bc0d4fff6d596ce2/sintefromannetzer-2486-700x350.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>SINTEF Ocean offers chemical analysis of emerging and priority pollutants, petroleum products and biomolecules. With our advanced analytical platform, we tailor analytical solutions to each project. We co-operate closely with laboratories across SINTEF to offer advanced analysis for any research need.</b></p>
<p>We have in-house expertise in the development, optimization and validation of analytical methodologies, and are always looking to adapt methods to new challenges. We offer both traditional and state-of-the art sample preparation for any sample matrix (including water, sediments and biological samples). For analysis of complex analytical data sets, we apply multivariate statistical methods....</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/energy-and-machinery-laboratory/Energy and Machinery LaboratoryThe laboratory is amongst the best equipped independent engine laboratories in Scandinavia. Well developed installations with highly specialized experimental equipment, instrumentation and dataacquisition systems, and an experienced staff are crucial assets in provision of professional customized support to our clients.2014-11-27T15:14:17+01:002024-03-11T20:45:33+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/b6d41b096983499ba0bf2f90a6772b41/machinerylab.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>The laboratory is amongst the best equipped independent engine laboratories in Scandinavia. Well developed installations with highly specialized experimental equipment, instrumentation and dataacquisition systems, and an experienced staff are crucial assets in provision of professional customized support to our clients.</b></p>
<p>We have in-house workshop capabilities for making customized engine components or modifying existing components and systems in order to improve performance. Facilities Test area foundation for rigs, process equipment and full scale set-up. Engines and auxiliary machinery. Exhaust gas cleaning systems. Fuel treatment and combustion technology. Instrumentation for laboratory and on-site use. Engi...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/ecotoxicology-laboratory-at-sintef-sealab/Ecotoxicology laboratory at SINTEF SeaLabThis laboratory has husbandry facilities for aquatic organisms at various trophic levels, and is equipped to carry out exposure and biodegradation studies at different temperatures using through-flow systems.2017-12-20T14:21:10+01:002024-03-11T20:45:50+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/b18381db88864a38ab2564a6ef2aa226/bilde-8.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>This laboratory has husbandry facilities for aquatic organisms at various trophic levels, and is equipped to carry out exposure and biodegradation studies at different temperatures using through-flow systems.</b></p>
<p>We carry out both standard and client-specific ecotoxicological studies on organisms, as well as studies of the fate, and effects of decomposition, of environmental toxins in biological systems. Many of these studies generate fundamental data on toxicological and biological uptake/separation, as well as biodegradation, that are used as input to our environmental risk models. The laboratory...</p>https://www.sintef.no/en/all-laboratories/circulating-water-tunnel/Circulating Water TunnelThe new Circulating Water Tunnel (CWT) is a test facility dedicated to optical measurement techniques and flow visualization. The tank's measurement section is completely transparent and can be operated either with a free surface or the lid closed.2016-03-31T14:37:57+02:002024-03-11T20:45:39+01:00<img src='https://www.sintef.no/contentassets/a445bab358d942e8b64394f7bfd8fbe3/cwt_lab_n.jpg?width=500' />
<p><b>The new Circulating Water Tunnel (CWT) is a test facility dedicated to optical measurement techniques and flow visualization. The tank's measurement section is completely transparent and can be operated either with a free surface or the lid closed.</b></p>
<p>Laser-based techniques like PIV (Particle Image Velocimetry) and LDV (Laser Doppler Velocimetry) allow non-intrusive measurements of instantaneous 3D flow fields at high temporal and spatial resolutions. The laboratory is hence especially well-suited for research projects that integrate experimental and computational results. Studies of basic wake hydrodynamics as well as applied cases of marin...</p>