Solar Energy

Papers
(The TQCC of Solar Energy is 17. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-01-01 to 2026-01-01.)
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Enhanced infiltration and morphology of bismuth perovskite in Carbon-stack solar cells – A synergistic effect of electric fields in modified spray technique282
Dolomite-based binders manufactured using concentrated solar energy in a fluidised bed reactor179
Resource-efficient manufacturing enables PV supply chain diversity: An industry perspective and case study of CdTe PV manufacturing171
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Enhanced photovoltaic output of flexible polyethylene vinylacetate film heterogenized by chalcogenide quantum dots147
A DMSO/MOE mixed solvent system for improving the morphology and efficiency of kesterite solar cell145
Corrigendum to “Preparing Cu2ZnSn(SxSe1−x)4 thin-film solar cells with front band gap grading by plasma sulfurization” [Sol. Energy 227 (2021) 516–524]142
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Enhanced bed–wall heat transfer in narrow-channel fluidized beds with extended surfaces for particle solar receivers118
Impact of additive manufacturing materials on thermal performance of silicon reference cells114
Advanced Trombe wall façade design for improving energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions in solar limited buildings110
Properties and application of Ta-doped SnO2 and ITO stacked films for SHJ solar cells105
Durable and robust broadband radiative cooling coatings for multi-temperature scenarios104
Cyclostationary analysis for fault detection in PV inverters103
Solar-Driven additive Manufacturing: Design and development of a novel sustainable fabrication process103
Efficient image-based soiling quantification using histograms of a checkered pattern102
Model for evaluating the competitive potential of solar PV system installers102
Solar irradiance separation with deep learning: An interpretable multi-task and physically constrained model based on individual–interactive features99
Green synthesis of In2S3-supported Ni-MOF: Bifunctional photocatalyst for sustainable H2O2 production and 2,4,6-trinitrophenol photoreduction99
Longitudinal airflow-assisted double-electrode electrostatic adsorption dust collection approach for photovoltaic modules98
The novel evaluation method for PV module temperature and string size risk in utility-scale solar projects98
Inner-cascaded photovoltaic-thermionic-thermoradiative conversion for concentrated solar power95
DCMF-AFNet: An anchor-free photovoltaic hot-spot fault detection network based on deformable context transformer and bi-branch multi-level feature fusion94
Thermoradiative coupling graphene-based thermionic solar conversion93
Notched nanoring wideband absorber for total solar energy harvesting93
Ultra-wideband solar absorber based on refractory metal titanium for high-performance photothermal conversion93
Optimization of hybrid solar/wind/biomass systems for sustainable heating in isolated mountainous areas of northern Morocco92
A new partitioned 1D LTNE continuum model for the simulation of 3D-shaped honeycomb absorbers91
Optimization and performance testing for hollow slab with micro photovoltaic array of solar pavement91
Theoretical and experimental investigation of reverse osmosis (RO) desalination solar system using the solar panel, battery, and water turbine for high-pressure recovery of output brine90
Low-carbon and low-cost preparation of non-sintering bauxite-based solid thermal energy storage materials89
Optimising the photovoltaic parameters in donor–acceptor–acceptor ternary polymer solar cells using Machine Learning framework88
Effective intrinsic charge carrier correction for interface charge transfer modeling of perovskite solar cells in dark conditions87
Integration of a physics-based direct normal irradiance (DNI) model to enhance the National Solar Radiation Database (NSRDB)86
Solar-enhanced freshwater generation in arid coastal environments: A double basin stepped solar still with vertical wick assistance study in northern Gujarat86
Exergy and economic analysis of a photovoltaic panel cooling with air bubble induced water jacket85
A beam-down solar concentrator with a fixed focus — Design and performance analysis84
Shape optimization of the energy efficiency of building retrofitted facade84
A circular economy roadmap for solar photovoltaics84
Corrigendum to “A review and recent advances in solar-to-hydrogen energy conversion based on photocatalytic water splitting over doped-TiO2 nanoparticles” [Sol. Energy 211 (2020) 522–546]82
Experimental demonstration of high-temperature heat recovery in a solar reactor81
Intelligent optical management for energy-efficient windows driven by mechano-thermochromism81
Experimental performance of a PVT collector during nocturnal operation80
Exploring the structural, phononic, electronic, magnetic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of Pb-free vanadium-based double perovskites using the first-principles approach for optoelectronic and79
Cooling with colour: Passive-Coloured Radiative Coolers for energy-efficient temperature regulation in adverse climatic conditions78
Cubic boron nitride enhanced PCM nanocomposites for solar energy storage and thermal management77
Progress of experimental studies on compact integrated solar collector-storage retrofits adopting phase change materials76
Neural-network-driven dynamic simulation of parabolic trough solar fields for improved CSP plant operation76
In-situ deposition preparation of n-octadecane@Silica@Polydopamine-doped polypyrrole microcapsules for photothermal conversion and thermal energy storage of full-spectrum solar radiation76
Yield and performance analysis of PERC, HIT, and CIGS photovoltaic systems in five Peruvian city-climates75
Optimization research on energy-saving and life-cycle decarbonization retrofitting of existing school buildings: A case study of a school in Nanjing75
Advanced prediction of perovskite stability for solar energy using machine learning75
Sustainable management of end of life crystalline silicon solar panels in Australia: Advancing circular economy practices74
Utilising high-fidelity 3D building model for analysing the rooftop solar photovoltaic potential in urban areas73
Novel sustainable urban management framework based on solar energy and digital twin73
Hourly and daily domestic hot water consumption in social housing dwellings: An analysis in apartment buildings in Southern Brazil73
Multi-objective operation of solar-based microgrids incorporating artificial neural network and grey wolf optimizer in digital twin73
A thermo-economic study of tubular solar distillers with V-corrugated basin and reflective mirrors72
A novel Three-Stage demand side management framework for stochastic energy scheduling of renewable microgrids71
Optimizing amorphous BaTiO3 as an electron transport Layer: A study of competing optical and electronic properties under Low-Power sputtering71
Synthesis of ruthenium sulfide nanoparticles decorated on reduced graphene oxide/multi-walled carbon nanotubes as a catalytic counter electrode for dye-sensitized solar cells exceeding 13 % efficiency71
Feature review of photovoltaic modeling software utilizing blind performance assessment70
Experimental and numerical study on dynamic performance of semi-flexible photovoltaics for unmanned surface vehicles70
Heat transfer enhancement on CSP tubular receivers using partially filled Raschig Ring porous inserts: A numerical study69
Performance investigation of multilayer-layers solar cell based in ZnS-CZTSSe69
Deriving the orientation of existing solar energy systems from LiDAR data at scale69
Investigation of collector flow for 1:30 scale solar chimney power plant model69
Degradation of perovskite solar cells: Insights from accelerated testing versus outdoor aging in two climate zones68
Quantum design and investigation of dibenzo[g,p]chrysene-based hole transport materials for efficient perovskite solar cells68
On site renovation of degraded PV panels – Cost and environmental effective technology68
Performance analysis of double CPV/TEG units in different arrangements coupled with water/air cooling channels68
Methodology for predicting the self-extinction of standardized arc faults in photovoltaic systems67
Concentrating solar cookers in urban areas: Establishing usefulness through realistic intermediate temperature rating and grading66
Recovery and analysis of polymeric layers from waste solar modules by chemical route66
A new protic water-soluble norbornadiene with a push-pull system for energy storage in aqueous solution66
Novel extreme seeking control framework with ordered excitation and nonlinear function based PSO: Method and application65
Effects of a solar heating system on the microclimate of an agricultural greenhouse. Application on zucchini (Cucurbita pepo)65
Performance improvement of photovoltaic/thermal collectors based on the optimized design of efficient innovative multiple-impinging slot jets64
Automotive cabin soak temperature control strategies for improved safety, comfort and fuel efficiency: A review64
Efficiency improvement of vertical solar stills – A review64
Performance analysis of a novel small-scale integrated solar-ORC system for power and heating64
Multi-model adaptive predictive control of superheated steam temperature of DSG solar parabolic-trough collector based on heat-steam ratio and its reference trajectory64
Machine learning framework for the analysis and prediction of energy loss for non-fullerene organic solar cells63
Designing of the indacenodithiophene core-based small molecules for optoelectronic applications: A DFT approach63
Enhancing efficiency: A study on all-inorganic CsSnBr3 metal halide perovskites with micro-band offset using DFT and SCAPS-1D modeling63
Perovskite solar cell modules: Understanding the device degradation via damp heat testing62
Design and performance optimization of carbon-based all-inorganic CsPbIBr2 perovskite battery with C60 buffer layer62
Advancing perovskite solar cells: Unveiling the superior efficiency of copper-doped Strontium Titanate as a novel ETL62
Business models for enhanced solar photovoltaic (PV) adoption: Transforming customer interaction and engagement practices62
Progress of PV cell technology: Feasibility of building materials, cost, performance, and stability62
Impact of utilizing hollow copper circular fins and glass wool insulation on the performance enhancement of pyramid solar still unit: An experimental approach61
Radiative coatings for solar cell cooling: Materials, and applications61
A detailed assessment of paraffin waxed thermal energy storage medium for solar dryers61
Maximizing solar photovoltaic energy efficiency: MPPT techniques investigation based on shading effects61
Thermal storage performance of eutectic sugar alcohols applied to buildings and enhancement of crystallization61
Corrigendum to “High resolution measurement network of global horizontal and tilted solar irradiance in southern Germany with a new quality control scheme” [Solar Energy 231 (2022) 593–606]60
Design and simulation of gradient-structured Cs2AgBiBr6 carbon-based double perovskite solar cell for boosting photovoltaic performance60
Comparing measurements and simulations using an adjustable high-alpine photovoltaic array60
An efficient bilayer graphene-conducting polymer counter electrode for dye sensitized solar cells60
Modelling iodine diffusion in 2D-Perovskites as a function of the length of the organic spacer molecules60
Building Integrated Solar Energy (BISE)60
A novel solar panel cleaning mechanism to improve performance and harvesting rainwater60
Effect of pyranometer soiling on the PV performance ratio evaluation and correction methods59
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A note of spectral fidelity analysis of natural light passing through optical fiber and air at different distances58
Novel two-stage adsorption heat pump with high efficiency and energy storage density, powered by non-concentrated sunlight58
Spectral, visual, thermal, energy and circadian assessment of PDLC glazing in warm and humid climate57
Improving the solar ethanol distillation system by combining the heat pipe and parabolic trough collector57
Intraseasonal and synoptic modulation of diurnal surface solar radiation over Reunion island in the South-West Indian Ocean57
Advancing solar panel performance with AlOx-SiOx hybrid coatings: Tackling reflection and fogging challenges57
Assessment of the optimal curvature radius of linear Fresnel primary mirrors57
Optimum precursor stacking sequence of Cu2ZnSnSe4 thin film solar cell in selenium atmosphere56
Solar thermal systems for sustainable buildings and climate change mitigation: Recycling, storage and avoided environmental impacts based on different electricity mixes56
Analysis of mesh screens for outdoor i-v curve measurements of pv modules at several irradiance levels56
Cost-saving and performance-enhancement of CuInGaSe solar cells by adding CuZnSnSe as a second absorber56
Solar driven atmospheric water harvesting system with integration of desiccant wheel and desiccant bed: An experimental investigation55
Computational fluid dynamics study of the rear geometry influence on aerodynamic load coefficients of heliostats in stow position55
DFT+U study of Ca doped HgS: Bandgap engineering and optical properties for high-performance photovoltaic application55
Assessment of full life cycle environmental impact and energy utilization in an interseasonal solar absorption energy storage system54
Highly efficient quasi-cubic structured perovskite for harvesting energy from artificial indoor LED light source54
Evaluation of the emitter structure and temperature effect on a thermophotovoltaic system with an optimal cavity54
Active learning driven multi-property inverse design of spinel solar cells53
Heat recovery capacity and water desalination performance of passive solar vacuum tube distiller53
Solar PV integrated power market operational efficiency improvement through IPM-based SCOPF and TRTC in green power corridors53
Efficiency optimization of All-Inorganic perovskite solar cell device using NiOx and ZnO as charge transport layers53
Efficient solar thermal storage of foamy bamboo charcoal-based composite phase change materials52
Enhancing the efficiency and stability of Organic/Silicon solar cells using graphene electrode and Double-layer Anti-reflection coating52
From waste to value: Utilising waste foundry sand in thermal energy storage as a matrix material in composites52
Refined HERIC-style grid-connected PV inverter utilizing a bidirectional semi-active clamping concept52
Building energy performance of DSSC BIPV windows in accordance with the lighting control methods and climate zones52
Self-consumption possibilities by rooftop PV and building retrofit requirements for a regional building stock: The case of Catalonia52
Atomic-layer-deposited TiO2 and SnO2 coupled with CdS as double buffer layers for HTL-free Sb2S3 thin-film solar cells52
Solidification of a nano-enhanced phase change material (NePCM) in a double elliptical latent heat storage unit with wavy inner tubes52
Performance of a solar hybrid desalination plant integrated with photovoltaic-thermal collectors for remote regions: Experimental and modeling investigation51
Enhanced photovoltaic efficiency in TiO2-based CdS quantum dot-sensitized solar cells by the introduction of ZnO:Al3+ nanoparticles51
Visible light active SiC/Bi2WO6/CD heterojunction: Fabrication, characterization, and optimization of its photocatalytic activity toward hematoxylin51
Artificial neural network-based fault detection and isolation in a parabolic-trough solar plant with defocusing strategy51
Comparative analysis of heat loss performance of flat plate solar collectors at different altitudes51
pvlib iotools—Open-source Python functions for seamless access to solar irradiance data51
Mobile sensor for clouds shadow detection and direct normal irradiance estimation51
Ultrasonic-promoted growth of staggered heterostructured tin(II) oxide nanoparticles on bulk carbon nitride nanolayer: Activated in solar spectrum with enhanced photocatalytic treatment of dyes efflue50
Evaluating risk factors in solar energy investments: A strategic approach for Iran’s market50
Cool roofs boost the energy production of photovoltaics: Investigating the impact of roof albedo on the energy performance of monofacial and bifacial photovoltaic modules50
Characterizing solar attenuation for concentrated solar power plants in Dubai using AERONET data and libRadtran50
Improving the working fluid based on a NaNO3-KNO3-NaCl-KCl molten salt mixture for concentrating solar power energy storage50
Research on aeroelastic effect of wind-induced vibration responses of large-span flexible photovoltaic support structure based on wind tunnel experiment comparison of rigid body and aeroelastic model49
Efficacy of mass of energy storage material on the performance of a solar driven stepped series system during sugarcane juice concentration49
Improvement in the opto-thermal performance of Indian standard solar box cooker by novel internal retrofit radiative control49
Experimental Investigation and 4E+Q (Energy, Exergy, Economic, Environmental, and Quality) Analysis of a Novel Solar Evacuated Tube Dryer48
srlife: a software tool for estimating the life of high temperature concentrating solar receivers. Part I – metallic receivers48
Green zinc/galactomannan-based hydrogels push up the photovoltage of quasi solid aqueous dye sensitized solar cells48
A comprehensive review of flexible perovskite solar cells: Materials, mechanisms, properties, applications, and commercialization status48
An innovative floating solar still equipped with a Fresnel lens and a submerging condenser: An experimental study47
Development of a PV emulator using SMPS converter and a model selection mechanism for characteristic generation47
Toward lossless photovoltaic efficiency of Laser-shaped flexible Cu(In,Ga)Se2 solar cells on stainless steel substrates47
Theoretical modelling of metal-based and metal-free dye sensitizers for efficient dye-sensitized solar cells: A review47
Optical, thermal and thermo-mechanical model for a larger-aperture parabolic trough concentrator system consisting of a novel flat secondary reflector and an improved absorber tube47
Efficiency improvement of floating photovoltaic panels with natural convection cooling loops: Multi-physics thermal modelling46
Synergistic influence of plasmonic Ag nanoparticles/La0.6Sr0.4CoO3/TiO2 heterostructured photoanodes boosted solar energy harvesting by dye-sensitized photovoltaics46
Energy, exergy, and economic analyses of a modified hemispherical solar distiller augmented with convex absorber basin, wicks, and PCM46
Detection of tracker misalignments and estimation of cross-axis slope in photovoltaic plants46
Design, construction, and qualification of a lightweight, modular heliostat made from high-performance concrete46
Investigate the impact of environmental and operating conditions of infrared (IR) imaging on infrared thermography of PV modules to identify defects46
Multi-objective evolutionary optimization of photovoltaic glass for thermal, daylight, and energy consideration46
Determination of optically feasible heliostat field region for solar power tower system employing innovative receiver aperture46
The influence of electron transport at perovskite/carbon interfaces to tailor photosupercapacitor devices: A DFT approach45
McClear_Radiance physical model for estimating clear sky downwelling and upwelling solar irradiance on tilted surfaces45
Review of unmanned ground vehicles for PV plant inspection45
A predictive power ramp rate control scheme with an updating Gaussian prediction confidence estimator for PV systems45
Enhanced solar dye degradation using Ni-doped ZnO and SnO thin films45
Green modification of NiAl LDH hinders photocatalytic efficiency in ciprofloxacin degradation under solar light irradiation45
Interpretable machine learning on a curated dataset identifies chemical descriptors governing 2D perovskite solar cell performance45
Toward a greener future: Solar solutions for industrial carbon capture45
Phycoerythrobilin/phycourobilin as efficient sensitizers of dye-sensitized solar cell45
Performance evaluation of a solar-assisted ejector-enhanced vapor injection heat pump cycle45
Enhancing lead-free Cs3Bi2I9 flexible perovskite solar cells via FIRA45
In situ prepared 2D/2D BiOBr/ Cd-TCPP MOF S-scheme heterojunction for enhancing photothermal catalytic CO2 reduction45
A two-stage MPPT control for PV system under complex partial shading conditions45
Floating solar stills and floating solar-driven membranes: Recent advances and overview of designs, performance and modern combinations45
Impact of process temperature on the cost of concentrating solar thermal industrial process heat45
Experimental and numerical thermal performance in solar receiver heat exchanger with trapezoidal louvered winglet and wavy groove44
Investigating methods to improve photovoltaic thermal models at second-to-minute timescales44
A fully analytical model of a box solar cooker with sensible thermal storage44
Quantifying the rear and front long-term spectral impact on bifacial photovoltaic modules44
A comparative experimental study on the hydrodynamic performance of two floating solar structures with a breakwater in waves44
Advancing the Net Zero emission building concept: Integrating photovoltaics and electrical storage for NZEB environmental performance in different energy and climate contexts44
Predictive optimization of educational buildings' environmental performance under future climate scenarios using Catboost and SHAP44
A hybrid global wolf pack algorithm-based incremental conductance method under partial shading conditions44
On the parameters domain of the single-diode model44
Solar photovoltaic model parameter identification using robust niching chimp optimization43
Conception, realization and testing of a solar cooker built with a spherical reflector in Burkina Faso43
Coupled abrasion Erosion-Oxidation wear from particles in Concentrating solar thermal power facilities43
Fault analysis for simultaneous AC-DC power transmission in distribution system integrated with distributed PV generation43
Optimization and performance assessment of Ag@SiO2 core–shell nanofluids for spectral splitting PV/T system: Theoretical and experiment analysis43
RETRACTED: Performance optimization of lead-free MASnBr3 based perovskite solar cells by SCAPS-1D device simulation42
Transfer matrix method-based efficiency enhancement of lead-free Cs3Sb2Br9 perovskite solar cell42
A comprehensive review of advanced hybrid technologies that improvement the performance of solar dryers: Photovoltaic/thermal panels, solar collectors, energy storage materials, biomass, and desalinat42
Wearable sensing techniques to understand pedestrian-level outdoor microclimate affecting heat related risk in urban parks42
Experimental study on the performance of the photovoltaic thermal (PVT) connected in series with flat plate solar collector (ST)42
Explainable artificial intelligence for photovoltaic fault detection: A comparison of instruments42
A comparison of satellite cloud motion vectors techniques to forecast intra-day hourly solar global horizontal irradiation42
A fine-grained frequency decomposition framework for long-term photovoltaic and wind power forecasting42
Predicting the performance of portrait-aligned vertical bifacial agrivoltaic arrays42
The influence of icephobic nanomaterial coatings on solar cell panels at high latitudes41
Broadband and wide-angle solar absorber for the visible and near-infrared frequencies41
Radiant thermal conversion with Ga In1-As Sb1-/InAs0.91Sb0.09 dual-junction thermophotovoltaic cells41
TiO2/MoS2-rGO composite Photoanodes: A Path to improved electron transport and photovoltaic efficiency in Dye-Sensitized solar cells41
Particle mechanics and mixture homogeneity in a demonstration reactor system for the indirect reduction of redox particles41
Interface diffusion blocking layer for the performance improvement of substrate structured Sb2Se3 solar cells41
Heat transfer enhancement of a PCM-porous metal based heat pipe evacuated tube solar collector: An experimental study41
Unveiling thermal stress-induced trap-assisted tunneling in POLO junctions and its impact on TOPCon solar cells41
Cracking propensity of UV-aged transparent backsheets for bifacial photovoltaic modules and their effects on barrier properties41
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In Memoriam: Dr. Frank E. Vignola (1945–2023)40
Analysis of fluorescent additives for enhancing solar reflectivity in TiO<40
Simple and flexible solar water evaporator using nanopore-loaded perforated silicon as spectrally selective absorber with consistently high indoor and outdoor performances40
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Optimized selection of component models for photovoltaic and energy storage system simulations39
A fast, efficient, inexpensive and green way to outdoor photopolymerization39
Transparent-conductive and infrared-shielding WO3/Ag/WO3 multilayer heterostructures39
Concentration ratio for a solar trough concentrator with circular mirror and flat receiver39
Numerical investigation on thermal performance of a solar greenhouse with synergetic energy release of short- and long-term PCM storage39
Laboratory experimental analysis of crystalline silicon photovoltaic module degradation after operating over 6 years: A case study in Ghana39
Measuring the spectral emissivity of single particle at high temperature39
Forecast-based charging strategy to prolong the lifetime of lithium-ion batteries in standalone PV battery systems in Sub-Saharan Africa39
Design and optimization of an integrated novel desalination system based on the temperature difference between the sea and mountain39
Performance analysis of aqueous Al-ion electrolyte based dye sensitized solar cell39
Smart design of hybrid solar-gas turbine plants for decarbonization: A multi-criteria optimization case study in the MENA region39
Thermal performance of hydrophobic α-Al2O3 ceramic membrane for solar-thermal membrane coupling water desalination process38
Co-solvent strategy for highly efficient perovskite solar cells by spray coating38
Exploring KGeCl3 material for perovskite solar cell absorber layer through different machine learning models38
A bibliometric and scientific mapping of the research landscape and trending topics in building integrated photovoltaic systems38
Recent developments and cost analysis of different configurations of the solar air heaters38
Electrodeposition of lead dioxide induces the fabrication of perovskite FAPbI3 film and electron-transport-layer-free solar cells38
Performance optimization of solar-wind integrated energy system with hybrid energy storage38
Organic phthalocyanine derivatives for NIR reflective coatings38
Analytical modeling and numerical investigation of grain size effects on polycrystalline perovskite based Thin-Film solar Cells: Performance insights and implications38
Effect of thermal cycling on the corrosion behaviour of stainless steels and Ni-based alloys in molten salts under air and argon38
Unveiling lifecycle carbon emissions and its mitigation potentials of distributed photovoltaic power through two typical case systems38
A mixed-integer optimization for bifacial two-terminal perovskite-on-perovskite tandem solar cells38
Development of an efficient and rapid computational solar photovoltaic emulator utilizing an explicit PV model38
Comprehensive Numerical Simulation and Optimization of Lead-free Graded 2D-3D Perovskite Solar Cells38
Solar drying systems for Domestic/Industrial Purposes: A State-of-Art review on topical progress and feasibility assessments38
Elucidating uncertainty in bifacial photovoltaic gain estimation37
Thermal performance evaluation and energy saving potential of semi-transparent CdTe in Façade BIPV37
Thermal–hydraulic performance enhancement of graded double–layered volumetric solar air receiver under parallel and counter flow schemes37
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