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This study addresses the challenges of adobe in Peru, a material widely used in rural areas but with limitations in mechanical strength and durability, particularly in seismic and humid regions. To bridge this gap, a combination of sugarcane bagasse fiber (SBF) and rice husk (RH) was added at percentages of 0.5%, 1%, and 1.5% (by dry soil weight), and the experimental adobe walls were reinforced with galvanized metal mesh. At 28 days, mechanical properties were evaluated through cube compression, prism compression, and diagonal wall compression tests, while durability was assessed at 56 days using wetting-drying wear and suction tests. The findings showed that adding 1% SBF + 0.5% RH to the adobe mixture increased compressive strength by up to 30.8%, and reinforcing this mixture with metal mesh further enhanced the strength by 26.4% at 28 days. Additionally, a 37.12% improvement in wetting-drying wear resistance and a 26% reduction in suction were observed at 56 days. This sustainable solution meets local regulatory standards and is particularly beneficial for seismic and humid regions, offering a practical alternative for safer and more resilient adobe housing in vulnerable areas of Peru and beyond, adaptable to on-site conditions. The results demonstrate a strong synergy between these agricultural byproducts and the galvanized metal mesh in enhancing adobe performance.

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