Prof. Mehdi Behzad | Monitoring | Lifetime achievement Award 

Prof. Mehdi Behzad, Sharif University of Technology, Iran

Professor Mehdi Behzad is a distinguished academic and expert in mechanical engineering at the Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of New South Wales, Australia, in 1995, with a specialization in rotor dynamics and coupled vibrations. With over three decades of academic and industrial experience, Professor Behzad has led pioneering research in vibration analysis, condition monitoring, and fault diagnostics of rotating machinery. He has supervised more than 90 M.Sc. and 11 Ph.D. theses, contributed extensively to national industrial projects, and developed intelligent software solutions for signal processing and machinery health assessment. His professional service includes chairing major national conferences on condition monitoring and maintenance, as well as delivering keynote lectures at international forums such as the CM2024 in Oxford, UK. Professor Behzad’s contributions span academic teaching, applied research, and industrial consultancy, making him a leading figure in the field of vibration analysis and mechanical systems diagnostics.

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Summary of Suitability for Lifetime Achievement Award

Prof. Mehdi Behzad is a distinguished academic and industry expert whose lifelong dedication to mechanical engineering, particularly in the field of vibration analysis and rotor dynamics, exemplifies the qualities honored by the Lifetime Achievement Award. His career spans over three decades of impactful teaching, groundbreaking research, industrial collaboration, and academic leadership.

👨‍🎓 Education

📍 Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia – May 1995

• 🌀 Thesis: Transfer matrix analysis of rotor systems with coupled lateral and torsional vibrations

• 🧮 Courses: Finite elements, vibration, frequency analysis, lubrication

• 🧑‍💻 Developed vibration analysis software using Riccati transfer matrix

• 📄 Published 3 papers on rotor dynamics

📍 M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran – May 1989

• 📘 Thesis: Transfer Function and stability of electrohydraulic servo systems

• 🧪 Repaired an electrohydraulic servo system for experiments

• 📚 Advanced studies in control, dynamics, nonlinear vibration

📍 B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
Isfahan University of Technology, Iran – Feb 1986

• 🔧 Broad mechanical engineering training including dynamics, turbomachinery, heat transfer

🧑‍🏫 Academic & Teaching Experience

📍 Professor – Sharif University of Technology (1994–2025)

• 👨‍🔬 Supervised 90+ M.Sc. and 11 Ph.D. theses

• 📘 Taught undergrad & grad courses in vibration, rotor dynamics, control, mathematics

• 🛠 Developed curricula & practical labs

• 🧑‍🏭 Founded training centers, oversaw solid mechanics lab & naval division

• 📜 Organized nationwide Condition Monitoring & Fault Diagnosis conference (2007–2024)

🧪 Research & Industrial Experience

📍 University of New South Wales (1990–1995)

• 📊 Built and used data acquisition systems

• 🔁 Solved numerical issues in transfer matrix methods

• 📝 Wrote reports for Sydney Electricity & Pacific Power

📍 Sazeh Consultant, Tehran (1988–1990)

• 🛠 Vibration analysis for industrial structures

• 🧾 Created guidelines for thermal stress, piping design, and actuator testing

📍 Industrial Consultant (1996–2024)

• 🏭 Completed 50+ major vibration and condition monitoring projects

• 🔍 Diagnosed faults in turbines, compressors, cement mills, pumps, and more

• 🖥 Developed intelligent diagnostic software

• 🌊 Assessed vibration in hydropower & petrochemical plants

• 🚂 Involved in projects with railways, powerplants, and petrochemical complexes

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

🎤 Keynote & Invited Speaker

• 📍 20th International Conference on Condition Monitoring and Asset Management (CM2024), Oxford, UK

  • 🗣 “Challenges in Condition Monitoring”

  • 🎙 “Vibration Features for Machinery Condition Monitoring”

🏅 Leadership Roles

• 🎖 Chairman of Iran Maintenance Association (2007–2012)

• 🧩 Research Deputy, Sharif University – Mechanical Eng. Dept.

• 🎓 Director, University Center for Training (since 2010)

📘 Curriculum Innovator & Educator

• 🛠 Founded and led numerous industrial courses & workshops on:

  • Vibration Analysis Levels 1 & 2

  • Rotor Dynamics

  • API 687 Repair Technologies

  • Reliability Centered Maintenance

  • Shaft Alignment

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