Study of the Mechanical Behavior of Adobe Stabilized with Crushed Barley Straw

Shedan R.C.; Da Silva F.L.F. · Key Engineering Materials (2026) · DOI: 10.4028/p-hugwz3

Resumen

The present study evaluated the mechanical behavior of adobe when incorporating crushed barley straw as a natural stabilizer. Specimens were prepared with three different stabilizer proportions: 0, 1, and 2%. These were used to compare their compressive and flexural strength. The results showed an average 10% increase in compressive strength and a 43% increase in flexural strength in adobes incorporating 2% stabilizer compared to the control units. This increase demonstrates the potential of crushed barley straw to improve the load-bearing capacity and ductility of adobe, thus contributing to the creation of sustainable material for construction in rural areas.

Instituciones: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas