Jason R. Blough

Jason R. Blough is a Professor and Chair of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Michigan Technological University (MTU), affiliated with the Great Lakes Research Center (GLRC). He holds a PhD from the University of Cincinnati. His research focuses on dynamic measurement problems, digital signal processing for NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) analysis, and improving NVH characteristics in machinery across diverse applications—from turbine blades to snowmobiles and passenger vehicles. He leads the Clean Snowmobile Team and has pioneered order tracking algorithms for rotating machinery, commercially licensed. His work spans experimental techniques like modal analysis, transfer path analysis, and Kalman Filter development for automotive applications.

Education:

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Cincinnati

Research Highlights: Dr. Blough specializes in vibration and acoustic measurement systems, sound quality jury studies, and active noise control. His innovations include wireless microwave telemetry for rotating components and methodologies for quantifying environmental effects on noise testing (e.g., snowmobiles). He regularly teaches advanced NVH techniques in academic and industrial settings.

Advising & Grants: Advisor to the Clean Snowmobile Team (MTU), focusing on sustainable vehicle design. His grants and projects address automotive NVH, powertrain dynamics, and environmental acoustics.

Labs & Teams: Directs the GLRC’s NVH research initiatives, collaborating with industry partners on noise mitigation and signal processing applications.