Block of coconut fiber and peanut shell agglomerated with cement

The elaboration of a masonry block reinforced with coconut fiber and peanut shells is the focus of this research work. The fibers are obtained after the harvest, which, due to poor management of the disposal of these agricultural residues , pollute the environment by their free decomposition and open burning, producing greenhouse gases. This sustainable material formation will also contribute to reducing the carbon footprint produced by buildings during their lifetime , which requires a high consumption of energy and raw materials. Three 10 cm x 20 cm test cylinders were made, composed of coconut fiber and peanut shells agglomerated with cement, which were submerged in water for 28 days for curing, of which the best compressive strength was 20.33 kg/cm2.