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Exploratory Studies of Epoxy Adhesives in the Retrofitting of Steel Bridges

This project aims to assess the viability and performance of epoxy adhesives in structural steel applications by investigating their structural behavior and the practical implications of field application. The project involves a literature review on adhesives, identifying opportunities for their application in bridge retrofitting, and performing large-scale laboratory testing.

Implementation of an Integrated Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Validation Program

This study proposes implementing basic standards, protocols, and testing requirements that a given drone (UAS) must meet and demonstrate when performing bridge inspection. The project involves implementing the developed testing protocols, training to INDOT personnel, and developing a uniform assessment criterion.

Impact of Insulation on the Structural Performance of Steel Storage Tanks

This project aims to understand the impact of a new insulation material on the structural integrity and performance of cryogenic hydrogen storage tanks. The project scope includes: analysis of structural mechanics of steel storage tanks under varying insulation materials, computational modeling, and laboratory testing.

Refereed Journals

Madera Sierra, I.E., Capa Salinas, J., Rojas Manzano, M.A., and Guerrero Zúñiga, A.P. (2025). “Evaluation of human-induced vibration of ferrocement in lightweight constructive systems,” Results in Engineering, Vol. 26, p. 105376. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2025.105376
Capa Salinas, J., and Lewandowski, T. (2024). “Blue Unmanned Aircraft Systems Explained: The Current Drone Market, Flight Regulations, and Debunking Common Misconceptions.” Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board. https://doi.org/10.1177/03611981241257509
Ortega Rengifo, D.M., Capa Salinas, J., Perez Caicedo, J.A., Rojas Manzano, M.A. (2024). “Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Road Assessment: A Novel Approach to the Pavement Condition Index and VIZIR Methodologies.” Drones 8 (3), 99. https://doi.org/10.3390/drones8030099
Perez Jimeno, S., Capa Salinas, J., Perez Caicedo, J.A., Rojas Manzano, M.A. (2023). “An integrated framework for non-destructive evaluation of bridges using UAS: a case study.” Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation 8 (2), 80. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41024-023-00299-x

Conference papers

Capa Salinas, J., Salmeron, M., Montoya, H., Broberg, M., Sharma, S., Seo, H., Rojas, J. (2025). “Surviving the Storm: An Assessment of Natural Hazards Experiential Learning Activities for Civil Engineering Students Facing a Changing World.” Proceedings of the 2025 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, Montreal, Canada, June 22-25, 2025. https://doi.org/10.18260/1-2--57172
Capa Salinas, J., Salmeron, M., Chobe, G., Montoya, H., Broberg, M. (2024). “Evaluation of Transfer of Learning in a Pre-College Engineering Short Course (Evaluation).” Proceedings of the 2024 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, OR, June 23-26, 2024. https://doi.org/10.18260/1-2--47364
Capa Salinas, J., Broberg, M. (2024). “Creating a Pipeline of Civil Engineering Students Through Innovative Summer Course.” Proceedings of the 2024 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, OR, June 23-26, 2024. https://doi.org/10.18260/1-2--47085
Broberg, M., Capa Salinas, J., Khalifah, S. (2024). “Lessons Learned through Multi-Year Team Teaching of an Engineering Course for Pre-College Students.” Proceedings of the 2024 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, OR, June 23-26, 2024. https://doi.org/10.18260/1-2--47728
Capa Salinas, J., Broberg, M., Wagner, D., Carpenter, J. (2023). “Evaluation of a High School Engineering Short Course Integrating the Engineering Design Process, Creativity, and Innovation (Evaluation).” Proceedings of the 2023 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, Baltimore, MD, June 25-28, 2023. https://doi.org/10.18260/1-2--43457
Broberg, M., Capa Salinas, J., Wagner, D. (2023). “A Pre-College Civil Engineering Course: Fostering Interest in Engineering Among High School Students and Developing Future Engineering Educators.” Proceedings of the 2023 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, Baltimore, MD, June 25-28, 2023. https://doi.org/10.18260/1-2--42460

Technical Reports

Connor, R. J., & Capa Salinas, J. (2025). Development of an integrated Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) validation center (Joint Transportation Research Program No. TPF-5(387)). West Lafayette, IN: Purdue University. https://doi.org/10.5703/1288284317910
D. Kalliontzis, V. Hoskere, V. Kotzamanis, R. Bazrgary, W. Khan, A. Ur Rahman, M. Kenawy, K. Erazo, K. Ghahremani, H. Pham, J. Capa Salinas, T. Kijewski-Correa, D. Prevatt, I. Robertson, D. Roueche. (2024) "StEER 2024 Houston Derecho Joint Preliminary Virtual Reconnaissance Report and Early Access Reconnaissance Report (PVRR-EARR)", in StEER- 2024 Houston Derecho. DesignSafe-CI. https://doi.org/10.17603/ds2-a6hb-8940 v1
Webb, B., D. Prevatt, T. Kijewski-Correa, M. Amini, R. Ramponi, T. Tomiczek, S. Pilkington, H. Pham, K. Mostafa, D. Kalliontzis, S. Kameshwar, H. Dang, A. Kyprioti, J. Capa Salinas, S. Xu, T. Do, M. Gutierrez Soto, A. Diekmann, A. Jana, T. Lin, T. Lahna, S. Ray, M. Alam, D. Roueche, K. Wolohan (2024). "StEER: Hurricane Helene Preliminary Virtual Reconnaissance Report (PVRR)", in StEER - Hurricane Helene. DesignSafe-CI. https://doi.org/10.17603/ds2-rgnq-e383

Data Sets

V. Kotzamanis, W. Khan, D. Kalliontzis, J. Capa Salinas, H. Pham, K. Erazo, (2024) "StEER 2024 Houston Derecho Annotated Media Repository", in StEER- 2024 Houston Derecho. DesignSafe-CI. https://doi.org/10.17603/ds2-xgvz-5790 v1

Thesis and Dissertation

Capa Salinas, J. (2024). “Development of an Integrated Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Validation Center.” Ph.D. – Purdue University. https://doi.org/10.25394/PGS.26352373
Capa Salinas, J. (2021). “An Unmanned Aerial Systems Evaluation Chamber for Bridge Inspection.” M.S. – Purdue University. https://doi.org/10.25394/PGS.15046641.v1
Capa Salinas, J. (2017). “Development of a rainfall-runoff model of event for the city of Loja, applying radar data.” B.S. – Universidad Tecnica Particular de Loja. https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.17993.93285

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