SINTEF research areas

We are surrounded by sound all the time. It affects our well-being and how we experience our surroundings, as well as our ability to communicate and concentrate.

Additive manufacturing (AM, often referred to as"3D printing") is a class of fast-growing production technologies which provide new opportunities for the industry and other sectors, such as healthcare. SINTEF has many activities in the AM field...

Ammonia is increasingly being considered as a promising zero-emission alternative fuel for decarbonising the maritime sector.

Applying geological, geophysical expertise and developing our in-house software we can model all elements of a petroleum prospect (from source rock, expulsion, migration, and trap, seal or cap rock). This can be used to evaluate and minimize...

Aquaculture involves the farming of fish and other marine animals, as well as the cultivation of things such as seaweed and kelp. This complements the catch-based marine resources, such as fishing, and will be a significant contributor to the future...

Architecture and area development is an interplay between people, surroundings, and technology. We aim to create robust, inclusive, and sustainable buildings and areas of good quality.

Today humans are surrounded by breakthroughs within the field of Artificial Intelligence. Algorithms based on artificial intelligence recognises text, speech, sounds and images  -  and they are changing the shape of our common future.

Automation can make transportation of people and goods safer, more environmentally friendly and more efficient.

Norway’s geography leads to an inefficient land based transportation system. Therefore, both domestic and international aviation play a key role in enabling mobility.