Scott A Miers

Dr. Scott A. Miers is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Michigan Technological University. He holds a PhD, MS, and BS in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution. His research focuses on experimental internal combustion engine efficiency, emissions reduction, and alternative fuel applications. Key areas include gasoline/diesel combustion optimization, wireless data acquisition techniques (e.g., piston-mounted microwave telemetry), and renewable fuels like biodiesel, ethanol, and butanol. He has collaborated with Argonne National Laboratory and industry partners such as Kohler Engines and Arctic Cat Inc.

Dr. Miers teaches courses including Thermodynamics (ME-EM 2200), Internal Combustion Engines (ME-EM 4220), and Advanced Thermodynamics (ME-EM 5200). His research projects include evaluating E15 fuel impacts on snowmobile durability, optimizing alcohol-based fuel blends, and enhancing engine waste heat recovery. He has led studies on engine durability, emissions measurement for the SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge, and piston thermal characterization for Ford Motor Company.

His work spans over two decades, with notable contributions in engine efficiency, fuel compatibility, and combustion diagnostics. Ongoing interests include supercharged octane number development and spark plasma analysis in high-performance engines.