Shock physics is a field of study that focuses on understanding the behavior of materials under extreme conditions, particularly when subjected to high-speed impacts or sudden, intense pressure changes. This area of research explores how materials respond to shock waves, including their deformation, fracture, and other mechanical properties. Applications of shock physics range from the design of protective armor and materials for spacecraft to understanding the impact of explosions and collisions. Researchers in this field use a combination of experimental techniques, such as high-speed cameras and shock tubes, as well as computer simulations to study and model the behavior of materials under shock conditions.