A Norwegian pioneer gave the world a glimpse of the future of shipbuilding at a 1960 congress. His speech led to the formation of a distinct school of computer-aided design and manufacturing. ...
Off the coast of Norway, at a water depth of 1000 metres, lies the third largest gas-field in Europe. But no platform looms over the surface above it. The Ormen Lange project demonstrates how gas...
In the 1950s, a young Norwegian got himself a thorough training in the newly invented transistor on the other side of the Atlantic. Back at home, he made an important contribution to...
At the same time as the Olympics were being held in Beijing in 2008, SINTEF was launching an Olympic effort in carbon capture and storage. Cathing CO2 at Tiller near Trondheim. Photo:...
A robot is now being built to help stroke patients with training, motivation and walking In Europe, strokes are the most common cause of physical disability among the elderly. This often result...
A new-born “mole” homes in on small oil reservoirs – an almost untapped source of income. An innovative new oil-drilling tool concept has seen the light of day. The tool is being developed by...
Norwegian researchers have developed a hip protector in a sporty design. Its looks are intended to appeal to the older people of today – who are quite particular about what they will wear....
Contact Tore Christian B. Storholmen Relevant info Dep. of Health Research Norwegian researchers have developed a hip protector in a sporty design. Its looks are intended to appeal to the...
Contact Thomas Langø Relevant info Dep. of Medical Technology SINTEF scientists are helping to develop a tool for surgical operations that will allow tumours in internal moving organs to...
Just think if your surgeon could tell you whether an operation had been successful, even before the scalpel touched your skin. Research scientist Sigrid K. Dahl from SINTEF Materials and...
If you choose the right equipment, drilling in concrete won’t bother people in neighbouring rooms. Nordland Hospital in Bodø plans to make the most of this discovery. By Åse Dragland Anybody...
Currently, when we give our doctor a blood sample for a ‘full check’, it can only be analysed for five or six indicators, such as blood percentages, blood sugar and infections. For other test...
Norwegian research shows that it is perfectly possible for rivers to produce more salmon and electricity at the same time: a new environmental handbook shows the way. “Increased hydropower...
According to the textbooks, both high doses of chlorine and hot water are lethal to legionella bacteria. But now Norwegian scientists are sounding the alarm that the bacteria can survive these...
A new Norwegian fishing rod is about to be launched onto the world market. The inventor calls it fly fishing’s equivalent of carving skis The silhouette against the sky is the same as it’s been...
A large touch-screen at the Dønski Safety Unit in Bærum is the engine driving a new information system that facilitates information flow and reduces wasted time. This is benefiting the...
Long pipelines crammed with electronics are being tested in the waters of Orkanger harbour. They are the first in the world able to report their technical condition to personnel onshore. The...
SINTEF has launched a new NOK 209m seed investment fund to enable the development of new, viable technology-driven SME. The fund is established with support from the European Investment Fund...
Contact: Helene Schulerud A newly developed white fish filleting machine could give this Norwegian industry a much-needed boost. Unlike farmed salmon, white fish varies greatly in size and...
Contact: Fabrice Lapique France is going to test an artificial heart on patients. The heart will contain a Norwegian pressure sensor. By Åse Dragland The French company Carmat...