Sensors and microelectronics are core components of the technologies that make large-scale societal change possible. Successful digitalisation requires collecting data from the physical world — and this is done by sensors.
At SINTEF Digital, our approach is to understand the fundamental physics behind the measurements. This is often done together with domain experts to identify optimal solutions for our customers. This is technology that can revolutionise e.g. healthcare — and it is happening here in Norway.
SINTEF is a global leader in designing and building advanced sensor systems for industrial and commercial use. Our strength lies in the fact that we do not only produce sensors — we also develop complete measurement systems.
Our research includes
- Optical sensor systems, which use light to measure properties.
- Micro‑optical components, used to miniaturise optical systems.
- Acoustic sensors, which use sound to measure properties.
- Biosensors, which measure biological parameters.
- Radiation detectors, capable of detecting visible light, X‑rays, protons and neutrons.
- Micro‑Electro‑Mechanical Systems (MEMS), which use geometric structures to measure physical parameters.
- Sensors for harsh environments, designed to operate under high pressure, high temperature and corrosive conditions.
- Electromagnetic sensors, which measure properties using microwaves, eddy currents, antennas and radio frequency.
- Multi-sensor packages, such as sensor systems for robotics and autonomy.
- Sensors and in vitro systems for applications in medicine and the environment, including Lab‑on‑a‑Chip, biosensors and implantable sensors.
- Computer vision, which applies artificial intelligence to images, video and 3D point clouds, enabling increased autonomy for drones and robots.
- Quantum sensors, the next generation of measurement technologies based on quantum‑mechanical principles, offering extreme precision and an absolute reference.
Our research and development at SINTEF MiNaLab — an important part of the national infrastructure NorFab — spans from concept and prototyping to small‑scale production of high‑performance sensor components and microsystems. These solutions are tailored for demanding applications, often in close collaboration with both Norwegian and international partners.
