Research group of Industrial Process Design
We are developing world class solutions for the process industry. Our location gives us the advantage of understanding core industrial demands. Using our know-how, we develop solutions that are sustainable, energy efficient and cost efficient.
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Research areas
- Circular economy: Powder and particulates technology
- Handling and processing of traditional materials (alumina, silicon, ferrous, cement etc.)
- Feed handling and optimisation in aquaculture and agriculture
- Powders for CCU and additive manufacturing (AM)
- Non-discrete manufacturing (Fablabs)
- Industrial digitalisation
- Data science (AI/ML, big data, multivariate data analysis
and calibration) - Process Analytical Technology (PAT)
- Process optimisation
- Sensor technology for industrial applications
- Data science (AI/ML, big data, multivariate data analysis
- Process design and techno-economic analysis
- Process simulation, optimisation, intensification
- Early-phase cost estimation
- Technology screening, benchmarking, and assessment of emerging technologies
- CCUS, gas separation and transport
Our approach
Our approach is based on local expertise and use of the greater SINTEF scientist environment, lab and pilot resources.
- Understanding the society and industrial demands.
- Use of process and powder expertise to assess possible solutions and expand on emerging technology.
- Utilize techno-economic and life cycle assessments for optimal research approach and for achieving final sustainable production/products.
- Through all processes above, utilize the power of industrial digitalization.
