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William Proud is an Associate Professor specialized in Shock Physics within the Department of Physics at Imperial College London. His main research interests focus on the high strain rate properties of a wide range of materials, including inert energetic substances. He employs various techniques, such as Drop-weight tests, Hopkinson Bar experiments, Taylor Impact, and Plate Impact methods, to develop novel high-speed diagnostics and analytical methods for long-term studies. His particular interest lies in materials that exhibit strongly non-linear behavior in their response, including porous, granular, biological, and composite materials. He has established strong research connections with the Royal British Legion Centre for Blast Injury Studies and currently chairs the Institute of Physics Group on 'Shock Waves and Extreme Conditions'. His research is often described as multi-disciplinary, integrating elements of Physics, Chemistry, Bio-sensors, and Materials Science.
Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.