Jason Durfee

Jason Durfee, PhD, PE is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering & Technology at Eastern Washington University. A retired Command Pilot from the Washington Air National Guard and former Airline Transport Pilot, he holds a Professional Engineers license in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia. His expertise spans aviation systems, turbulent flow dynamics, and piano technology. He teaches Fluid Mechanics and Engineering Graphics courses.

Education:

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering (specializing in turbulent flow through forests)

Research Interests:

Focuses on aviation operations optimization, military aviation systems, and the mechanical principles of piano technology. His work integrates aerospace engineering principles with practical applications in transportation and musical instrument design.

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