3D perception

3D perception

3D perception AS

Hvalstad, Norway

Simulation & TrainingDual-use
Founded 1997System IntegratorSupplies Air Forces
Profile last updated: June 21, 2026

About

Founded in 1997, 3D perception is a defense system integrator based in Hvalstad, Norway working in simulation & training.

3D perception designs, manufactures and integrates simulation visual display systems for land, air, sea and space applications. Its offerings include Northstar display processing, projection and calibration technology, nControl control software, and Draco fast jet dome displays. The company serves aerospace, commercial and defense customers, including military air forces, and provides turn-key systems, upgrades, sustainment, field service and training. It is registered with the US Department of State for ITAR and export-controlled programs and is certified to ISO 9001:2015. Founded by Knut Krogstad in 1997, the company has main offices in the United States and Norway, with sales and support in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

Location

Hvalstad, Norway

Founded

1997

Legal name

3D perception AS

Focus areas

simulationvisual display systemsdome displaysflight simulatorsprojectioncalibrationtech refreshsustainment

Languages

EN

Products & capabilities

Defense domains

Simulation & Training

Supply-chain role

System Integrator

What they offer

HardwareSoftwareEngineering ServicesMaintenance & RepairTraining

Markets

Also sells to civilian markets

Products

Draco

Fast jet Mini-Dome simulator display system

Compact, reconfigurable fast jet simulator dome display with high-resolution projectors and night vision goggle support.

Northstar

Simulation display platform

Integrated simulation display solution providing display processing, projection and image optimization, and automatic alignment and calibration under a centralised interface.

nControl

Display system control software

User interface for setup, operation, maintenance and scenario management of the display system.

nDesigner

Display design software

Software used to design, analyse and previsualise projection display systems.

Aurora

Sensor-instrumented screen

Auto-aligning instrumented screens for simulator displays.

StarScan

Laser alignment scanner

Laser alignment scanner for automatic image analysis and alignment on dome displays.

nBox

Independent display processor

Independent hardware display processor for Northstar systems.

End users

Air Forces

Standards, platforms & customers

Defense standards

ITAR registered

Platforms & programmes

F-16F-35

Named customers

United States Air Force

Credentials & affiliations

Certifications

ISO 9001:2015

People

Management & team (4)

Other defense companies in Norway

View all