Prof. Grosse is pioneering research in non-destructive testing and structural health monitoring of materials. His innovative applications in civil and mechanical engineering, biomechanics, and cultural heritage preservation, notably the 2020 investigation of the Cheops Pyramid with Cairo University, highlight the global impact of his work.
Prof. Grosse holds the Chair of Non-destructive Testing at TU Munich, with former affiliations at Karlsruhe, Stuttgart, and UC Berkeley. Prof. Grosse has led significant projects, including Sustainable Bridges and SMooHS, funded by the European Commission. Over the past 25 years, he has specialized in measuring material properties using ultrasound, employing state-of-the-art sensing techniques and machine learning algorithms. His collaborations with industry leaders such as BMW, Airbus, and Siemens demonstrate the practical applications of his research.
Prof. Grosse’s academic journey, from his geophysics studies to his roles at TUM, underscores his commitment to advancing NDT. His accolades, including the Publication Award from the Acoustic Emission Working Group and his position on the Deutsches Museum board of trustees, reflect his esteemed status in the scientific community.