Research
Research at the Department of Structural Engineering is primarily tied to experimental testing in well-equipped laboratories and numerical (program controlled) simulations. Our strength lies in the combination of these, while our theoretical foundation is mechanics. Research and development encompass the following disciplines and fields:
- concrete structures
- concrete technology
- biomechanics
- fracture mechanics and fatigue
- structural dynamics
- steel and light matal structures
- nanomechanics
- numerical modeling and simulations
- software development
- impact and energy absorption
- timber structures
Large projects and programmes
- Norlight - Crashworthiness of Light-Weight Automotive Structures
- RESIA – Residual Stress Simulation for Integrity Assessment
- HISC – Hydro Induced Stress Cracking
The department participates in NTNUs Institutional Strategic Program (ISP) for Sustainable Infrastructure.
Centres
The department is heavily involved in two Centres for Research-based Innovation (SFI):
SIMLab, the Structural Impact Laboratory, is hosted and managed by the department.
COIN, the Concrete Innovation Centre, is managed be through SINTEF, but with strong participation from the department.
