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The developed procedure was used in the design of a 1MW grid-connected solar PV system for KNUST-Ghana. 0000344682 00000 n 0000314569 00000 n 0000155502 00000 n 0000213703 00000 n 0000200840 00000 n 0000215601 00000 n 0000202527 00000 n 0000340994 00000 n 0000151049 00000 n 0000112043 00000 n 0000225428 00000 n 0000239439 00000 n 0000214511 00000 n 0000195337 00000 n 0000225617 00000 n Figure 2 Off-Grid solar PV system 09 3. 0000145070 00000 n There are two main types of solar PV systems: grid-connected (or grid-tied) and off-grid (or stand alone) solar PV systems. 0000110667 00000 n 0000214808 00000 n 0000153976 00000 n 0000048287 00000 n 0000146977 00000 n Types of Off-Grid systems • PV direct – Loads are run directly from the solar source – No energy storage (batteries) – Loads typically motors (pumps, fans, etc.) These easy to follow worksheets use the MS Excel application and allow you to perform a cost/payback/profit analysis of a proposed system, an energy audit, and/or calculations to help you decide on an array size, modules and an inverter, wire gauges, etc. Solar Insolation Solar panels receive solar radiation. 0000152788 00000 n 0000331817 00000 n 0000174146 00000 n 0000156566 00000 n 0000288398 00000 n 0000341681 00000 n 0000272906 00000 n 0000135615 00000 n 0000134087 00000 n 0000138760 00000 n 0000115436 00000 n For the solar 10W panel in 4 hours of sunshine, 10 x 4 x 0.85 = 34Wh. 0000294630 00000 n 0000293796 00000 n It explains the design process and explains some of the practicalities of building a system. 0000293508 00000 n 0000261524 00000 n 0000141164 00000 n 0000322125 00000 n 0000344106 00000 n 0000354858 00000 n 0000110532 00000 n Also, because it is a system, automatically it is a bit more complex, because elements of the system have to … 0000145618 00000 n 0000199655 00000 n 0000164913 00000 n 0000191496 00000 n 0000053536 00000 n STP010, 10W). 0000262356 00000 n 0000195899 00000 n 0000332052 00000 n 0000355864 00000 n 0000125546 00000 n 0000219885 00000 n 0000349705 00000 n 0000120649 00000 n 0000309532 00000 n 0000131820 00000 n 0000277582 00000 n 0000122829 00000 n 0000317640 00000 n 0000144916 00000 n 0000236053 00000 n So from calculation 1. 0000300558 00000 n An inverter is used in the system where AC power output is needed. 0000141007 00000 n 0000248841 00000 n 0000176555 00000 n 0000140514 00000 n Figure 3 Grid-tied PV system 10 4. Fig. 0000290295 00000 n 0000325524 00000 n 0000275103 00000 n It explains the design process and explains some of the practicalities of building a system. 0000289523 00000 n 0000260071 00000 n 0000231985 00000 n 0000314356 00000 n 0000292015 00000 n For the solar 10W panel in 4 hours of sunshine, 10 x 4 x 0.85 = 34Wh. 0000285441 00000 n 0000203028 00000 n 0000255064 00000 n 0000245009 00000 n The total energy requirement of the system (total load) i.e Total connected load to PV panel system = No. 0000151770 00000 n 0000169786 00000 n 0000353489 00000 n 0000214957 00000 n 0000244727 00000 n 0000237741 00000 n 0000178435 00000 n The developed procedure was used in the design of a 1 Megawatt (MW) grid-connected solar PV system for KNUST- 0000182595 00000 n The calculations are based on a solar hot water system with 3m² collector area and a daily hot water consumption of 150 lit re. 0000267817 00000 n 0000140837 00000 n 0000260540 00000 n Figure 5 7th street existing bus shelter 17 6. 0000122085 00000 n 0000242227 00000 n 0000243938 00000 n 0000164465 00000 n 0000180694 00000 n 0000187911 00000 n 0000259932 00000 n 0000351723 00000 n 0000184187 00000 n figure 2. grid-connected solar PV system configuration 1.2 Types of Solar PV System Solar PV systems can be classifiedbased on the end-use application of the technology. 0000168846 00000 n 0000267564 00000 n PV*SOL online is a free tool for the calculation of PV systems. 0000202194 00000 n 0000217095 00000 n 0000158301 00000 n 0000257333 00000 n Thus, the newer model would save you $1,000 and use less energy. 0000195690 00000 n 0000209946 00000 n SOLAR PV SYSTEM DESIGN. 0000197850 00000 n 0000207309 00000 n 0000154488 00000 n 0000172251 00000 n 0000300932 00000 n 0000246921 00000 n 0000130226 00000 n 0000327102 00000 n 0000215357 00000 n 0000135480 00000 n 0000175606 00000 n 0000245603 00000 n 0000192580 00000 n 0000284169 00000 n 5 0 obj 0000211330 00000 n 0000317485 00000 n 0000211478 00000 n f�8�� d ��VL 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0000305772 00000 n 0000262687 00000 n 0000313579 00000 n 0000158113 00000 n Figure 2 Off-Grid solar PV system 09 3. 0000234149 00000 n system which can absorb solar energy from the sun, store it in a battery, and convert this energy to a useful form that can be used to power electronic gadgets. 0000356874 00000 n An understanding of the types of power systems and the components used are necessary to design a reliable system. 0000188677 00000 n 0000176358 00000 n 0000277186 00000 n Solar power systems are used on over 90 percent of all lighted aids to navigation. 0000190075 00000 n 0000352252 00000 n 0000309829 00000 n 0000352854 00000 n 0000224625 00000 n ��G4=�w �I?I��J��f3�!�tM#Ø^k��cNMH�d�7Z��/��B`�fKz.5�Z��xh�� nXh\Xf��h͞A۟��p��6�d�CS�]�Gj֞�S��z�ڹqy��כ�gT��-B�ņщ�n �4^j3��b4��Uڂ�P2� 0000284529 00000 n 0000173200 00000 n To calculate the energy it can supply to the battery, multiply Watts by the hours exposed to sunshine, then multiply the result by 0.85 (this factor allows for natural system losses). 0000244863 00000 n 0000206041 00000 n Solar Design Associates, Inc. /PIX08563 0000223630 00000 n 0000271562 00000 n 0000193327 00000 n 0000156902 00000 n 0000132390 00000 n 0000219082 00000 n The size of the standalone PV system depends on the load demand. 0000319583 00000 n Electrical Load Evaluation Calculation and System Design Information Click here to go directly to the Off Grid Solar Load Calculator . 0000354137 00000 n 0000116975 00000 n 0000241420 00000 n 0000355143 00000 n 0000260309 00000 n 0000201061 00000 n 0000337924 00000 n 0000324507 00000 n The solar PV design technique takes into consideration estimated load requirements as the basis for sizing the system. 0000137710 00000 n 0000241769 00000 n 0000311877 00000 n 0000289374 00000 n 0000054614 00000 n 0000108902 00000 n 0000253308 00000 n 0000171493 00000 n 0000117542 00000 n 0000156239 00000 n 0000228246 00000 n 0000309978 00000 n 0000163462 00000 n 0000252215 00000 n 0000239293 00000 n 0000108767 00000 n FULL SYSTEM DESIG The different steps for the design of a pumping system are: Assessment of water needs, water power calculation necessary Determination of solar energy available and component selection. I hope it will be useful. 0000295681 00000 n 0000354474 00000 n 0000286005 00000 n 0000273649 00000 n 0000351537 00000 n 0000284885 00000 n Now, I = 30 A, then required Power. 0000298922 00000 n 0000276609 00000 n 0000342792 00000 n 0000301227 00000 n 0000251649 00000 n 0000353143 00000 n 0000192927 00000 n 0000272162 00000 n 0000197288 00000 n 0000124752 00000 n %�쏢 0000358331 00000 n 0000247627 00000 n 0000338923 00000 n 0000191035 00000 n 0000142641 00000 n 0000108185 00000 n 0000256829 00000 n 0000309276 00000 n 0000138064 00000 n 0000193776 00000 n We first introduce the general method and parameters for establishing the 0000206724 00000 n 0000271119 00000 n You can approach the project from one of three angles: Budget constraints: Build a system within your target budget. 0000303582 00000 n 0000130512 00000 n 0000277923 00000 n 0000229682 00000 n Standalone. 0000333559 00000 n 0000123460 00000 n Battery = 12volt, 15AH (15AH, 20AH battery available) 3. 0000303224 00000 n 0000184484 00000 n 0000188874 00000 n 0000200076 00000 n 0000132199 00000 n x��X�ST�?߅�u\VT��P�h}��0�J6��5��Viw!��Qp�0��(��B!|��uLlm��T�Ȕ�d�j&��sWD'@�r��w�w��ܻ ��]C㉴�d��L&pC�쵓"{�Jd!�-4�n#��F��B6+A�#�Fק�P9��J��w��H��4�Ti��.�j 7Q�@��M�Sg�'�_��g�ͤ�� Some rules are different. 0000357924 00000 n 0000282181 00000 n 0000348180 00000 n 0000114972 00000 n 0000212290 00000 n Although not specific for solar systems, it is a crucial subject for the design of drinking water systems, and a basic input for all further calculations and system dimensions. 0000253165 00000 n 0000146371 00000 n 0000144765 00000 n 0000186604 00000 n 0000302734 00000 n 0000287160 00000 n 0000279497 00000 n 0000304888 00000 n Solar home system (SHS) design and installation 95 7.1 Design of Solar Home System (SHS) 97 7.2 Installation of Solar Module 106 7.3 Installation of Charge Controller 109 7.4 Installation of Battery 110 7.5 Wiring of the solar home system components 110 7.6 Lamp installation procedures 115 0000218095 00000 n 0000136887 00000 n The full credit goes to the authors of Re-Innovation 0000295341 00000 n 0000026392 00000 n 0000110387 00000 n Designing. 0000198120 00000 n 0000118270 00000 n 0000235380 00000 n 0000155769 00000 n 0000150822 00000 n Before you begin to size a solar system, you’ll want to figure out the main constraints on the project and use those restrictions as the starting point for the design. 0000214102 00000 n 0000329940 00000 n 0000126431 00000 n <> 0000196646 00000 n 0000316755 00000 n 0000342174 00000 n 0000146085 00000 n 0000150459 00000 n 0000165286 00000 n the electrical current) through the system. 0000128878 00000 n 0000200243 00000 n 0000284334 00000 n 0000296292 00000 n 0000178044 00000 n 0000315887 00000 n 0000147789 00000 n 0000264759 00000 n 0000298428 00000 n 0000310355 00000 n Figure 5 7th street existing bus shelter 17 6. 0000312136 00000 n Although not specific for solar systems, it is a crucial subject for the design of drinking water systems, and a basic input for all further calculations and system dimensions. 0000321085 00000 n Fig. 0000186068 00000 n 0000297142 00000 n 0000207161 00000 n 0000230401 00000 n Generall y, a range of of f-grid system con ﬁ gurat ions are possible, from the more straightforward design to the 0000346450 00000 n 0000144623 00000 n 0000132798 00000 n 0000167567 00000 n 0000134225 00000 n Module 4 is about the evaluation of water needs. 0000270614 00000 n 0000302569 00000 n • AC-only 0000340445 00000 n 0000198406 00000 n 0000324089 00000 n B. 0000122672 00000 n 0000135058 00000 n 0000304262 00000 n 0000171681 00000 n 0000000016 00000 n 0000026582 00000 n of units × … 0000250576 00000 n 0000251278 00000 n 0000258276 00000 n 0000124294 00000 n startxref trailer 0000312440 00000 n An understanding of the types of power systems and the components used are necessary to design a reliable system. 0000127759 00000 n Electrically the important parameters for determining the correct installation and performance are: 1. 0000143093 00000 n The 0000110815 00000 n SMA Sunny Design software generates detailed .pdf reports based on simple inputs such as the number and type of panels used in the design, the basic location … 0000297799 00000 n 0000305611 00000 n 0000337726 00000 n 0000198711 00000 n 0000345987 00000 n 0000268312 00000 n 0000299730 00000 n 0000246170 00000 n 7. 0000181747 00000 n 0000253543 00000 n 0000268461 00000 n 0000266235 00000 n 0000205224 00000 n Charge controller = 12 volt, 2A (2A charge controller available) Efficiency of Solar panel: Here output power is the power we get from solar panel. I tried to use this calculator for sizing solar panels in hybrid system for micro GSM BTS, but size of invertor is too big for total load of 500 W. For total load of 500 W with operational time 24 h per day, calculator gives size of invertor about 555 KW. 0000290097 00000 n 0000306637 00000 n 0000317786 00000 n 0000257048 00000 n 0000056123 00000 n 0000194650 00000 n 0000320337 00000 n 0000197985 00000 n 0000226612 00000 n 0000221498 00000 n 0000177498 00000 n —This paper present a study for solar PV system designing and calculation for Hostel buildings in the campus of Rajasthan Technical University(RTU), Kota, Rajasthan, India. 0000299442 00000 n Made by Valentin Software, the developers of the full featured market leading PV simulation software PV*SOL, this online tool lets you input basic data like location, load profiles, solar power (photovoltaic, PV) module data, Inverter manufacturer. 0000154203 00000 n 0000114708 00000 n Average monthly and yearly values of global solar radiation on aAverage monthly and yearly values of global solar radiation on a horizontal surface in kWh/m². 0000209789 00000 n 0000263946 00000 n 0000308281 00000 n 0000335356 00000 n _�O\c��(��Z��X�Տ�=4|��>�k�r��ݦ_�A:e��`�/Y/��3ݗ=�n�T�\�Q۱��z��O��OC~��|��׽��q#��~+z��I�'M�X8��s%�u-,"JP��j��n0��Qً:.�u�^V��d�e n��l��O�4�r�~V!��~�`/N��x��C��J_��Y�a2��n��@�QF&�E��(��?�Q��6W�oa��;��T�6|�'��A?��`��4 ��lG��k��{p�˕��0#�d�Y��a-��ջ�8�5� 0000354623 00000 n 0000129360 00000 n 0000132968 00000 n Using the above calculation takes into consideration any losses in the system from the regulator, cables and battery you may be using. 0000161888 00000 n 0000345588 00000 n 0000164092 00000 n used for. systems, more for industrial systems without backup – Old school when PV was expensive this was often 5 to 7 days or more – With only 2 or 3 days autonomy the use of a backup generator will be needed for extended cloudy periods, or when the array is covered with snow – In a system without generator backup this needs to be much longer 0000356421 00000 n 0000167388 00000 n 0000213398 00000 n 0000245390 00000 n 0000173385 00000 n 0000312294 00000 n The aim of this project is to investigate and design a solar PV and wind turbine system for a standalone house in the outskirts of Copenhagen, Denmark. 0000051294 00000 n 0000160555 00000 n 0000357075 00000 n 0000269787 00000 n 0000183805 00000 n Voltage is the electrical potential (i.e. 0000187505 00000 n 0000183405 00000 n 0000286154 00000 n 0000282032 00000 n 0000131223 00000 n 0000344533 00000 n 0000165919 00000 n 0000334396 00000 n 0000108320 00000 n 0000133811 00000 n 0000217778 00000 n 1.3 Growth of Solar Photovoltaic in Hawaii 5 1.4 Solar Photovoltaic Research on Hawaii Island 7 CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW 10 2.1 Modeling Solar Radiation 10 2.2 Solar Radiation Models with GIS 12 2.2.1 Esri’s Solar Analyst 14 2.3 Calculating Rooftop Area 17 0000023816 00000 n 0000186401 00000 n 0000169525 00000 n 0000113307 00000 n 0000181120 00000 n 0000131358 00000 n 0000311133 00000 n Grid-connected solar PV systems 0000138963 00000 n 0000233848 00000 n 0000261152 00000 n 0000148894 00000 n 0000108465 00000 n 0000297285 00000 n 0000125361 00000 n Regards! 0000149841 00000 n 0000227418 00000 n 0000339428 00000 n 0000226129 00000 n 0000169921 00000 n 0000290615 00000 n 0000174660 00000 n 0000300061 00000 n 0000198255 00000 n 0000127383 00000 n 0000043585 00000 n 0000199086 00000 n 0000196034 00000 n 0000177298 00000 n 0000128537 00000 n 0000204750 00000 n The input rating … 0000282761 00000 n 0000137029 00000 n 0000288850 00000 n 0000254254 00000 n 0000319279 00000 n 0000182954 00000 n 0000346621 00000 n 0000151982 00000 n Why A solar system is different from normal technical electricity installations, because it is direct current (DC). 3.1 Estimates of water requirements For a tropical region, water requirements can be defined using the following values of the table 0000337403 00000 n 0000287014 00000 n 0000280166 00000 n 0000274951 00000 n 0000289018 00000 n 0000274570 00000 n Short circuit current - the current which would flow if the PV sell output was shorted 4. 0000357735 00000 n stream 0000222499 00000 n 0000180248 00000 n 0000244074 00000 n 0000194329 00000 n 0000281059 00000 n The full credit goes to the authors of Re-Innovation 0000210622 00000 n 7. 0000130897 00000 n 0000175864 00000 n 0000143623 00000 n 0000151485 00000 n 0000134543 00000 n Refer to electrical and mechanical design sections for other considerations. 0000232183 00000 n 0000296577 00000 n 0000301373 00000 n 0000162215 00000 n 0000170236 00000 n 0000160398 00000 n 0000169343 00000 n 0000278624 00000 n 0000318680 00000 n 0000270818 00000 n 0000301701 00000 n 0000248008 00000 n This quantity is used as a power adjustment factor when current is changed from dc to ac. 0000212114 00000 n 3. 0000179111 00000 n 0000113772 00000 n 0000218234 00000 n 0000198859 00000 n An inverter is used in the system where AC power output is needed. An extensive literature review of solar PV systems with a special focus on grid-connected systems was conducted after which the procedure for the design of institutional large-scale grid connected solar PV systems was developed. 0000122396 00000 n 0000134870 00000 n 0000236963 00000 n 0000251513 00000 n <<0ac151ed9690874f9940ab62809c58a6>]>> 0000172436 00000 n 0000326670 00000 n 0000294326 00000 n Figure 1 working of solar cell: 08 2. 0000126031 00000 n Ground-Mounted Systems: Design your ground mount solar system to be adjustable for differences in land contours. design a solar-powered water pump system. 0000308791 00000 n the pressure) in the solar-powered system. 0000340163 00000 n 0000326959 00000 n SOLAR PV SYSTEM DESIGN. 0000231687 00000 n A PV Solar Energy System available through Solar Energy Exchange, Inc. is designed without battery back-up. 0000341459 00000 n 0000277387 00000 n the technology of polycrystalline solar cells, panels and balance of components of the electrical systems are being established. 0000306476 00000 n 0000327739 00000 n 0000273290 00000 n 0000327974 00000 n 0000144275 00000 n 0000275689 00000 n 0000179305 00000 n 0000136240 00000 n 0000174469 00000 n System Sizing . 0000189781 00000 n solar electric system to run your old model could be around $2,000. 0000112307 00000 n 0000302350 00000 n SMA's Sunny Design software is a free to download and an incredibly powerful solar PV calculation tool. 0000331129 00000 n The solar PV power plants have wide applications worldwide, having potential of electricity generation of 124.8 Twh. 0000265512 00000 n 0000212444 00000 n 0000336819 00000 n Select a solar charge controller. 0000249116 00000 n 0000292335 00000 n 0000304427 00000 n 0000295969 00000 n 0000214672 00000 n 0000233330 00000 n 0000287687 00000 n 0000170864 00000 n 0000210226 00000 n 0000283322 00000 n 0000196176 00000 n 0000272314 00000 n 0000343786 00000 n 0000204523 00000 n 0000118567 00000 n 0000116419 00000 n 0000282593 00000 n 0000173837 00000 n 0000261317 00000 n No power generation system is 100% efficient, in fact with solar panels the efficiency is quite low only about 22% of all the energy they collect is converted to usable power. 0000235907 00000 n A solar PV system design can be done in four steps: Load estimation Estimation of number of PV panels Estimation of battery bank Cost estimation of the system. 0000312668 00000 n 0000169161 00000 n 0000257194 00000 n 0000187370 00000 n 0000238376 00000 n noticeable issue how to design a reasonable LED street light system. 0000142105 00000 n 0000339757 00000 n 0000134401 00000 n 0000313290 00000 n 0000154706 00000 n 0000123924 00000 n 0000203307 00000 n The design technique is done through Worksheets. 0000270230 00000 n 0000258854 00000 n The calculations are simple and straight-forward. 0000136407 00000 n 0000246553 00000 n 0000054368 00000 n xref PV cells are manufactured as modules for use in installations. 0000298078 00000 n 0000190835 00000 n 0000263299 00000 n 7. 0000190614 00000 n Base condition:2 CFLs(18 watts each),2 fans (60 watts each) for 6hrs a day. 0000216607 00000 n How long will it take to install? 0000302214 00000 n 0000222310 00000 n 0000347867 00000 n 0000157962 00000 n 0000258127 00000 n 0000340817 00000 n 0000354994 00000 n 0000161753 00000 n I.e. The PV system can supply 12.4 kWh of energy during the day, and the storage units (battery) can store 23.6 kWh (48V, 350 Ah) at night and can meet the desired load. 0000279172 00000 n figure 2. grid-connected solar PV system configuration 1.2 Types of Solar PV System Solar PV systems can be classifiedbased on the end-use application of the technology. 0000227557 00000 n 0000298227 00000 n 0000184684 00000 n 0000301078 00000 n 0000141561 00000 n 0000182395 00000 n 0000168391 00000 n areas of environmental review, preliminary engineering design, solar photovoltaic (PV) system conceptual design and specifications, solar farm turn-key costs, solar system output, and economic valuation. I do not understand why. 0000337555 00000 n 0000321371 00000 n 0000134716 00000 n 0000213225 00000 n 0000156015 00000 n 0000326531 00000 n 0000242747 00000 n 0000299591 00000 n 0000235006 00000 n 0000109506 00000 n We want to help you get the system that’s right for … 0000208084 00000 n 0000131685 00000 n 0000161507 00000 n 0000201206 00000 n 0000350338 00000 n The power generation rating of a solar panel is also given in Watts (e.g. 0000054103 00000 n 0000226423 00000 n 0000338625 00000 n 0000208414 00000 n 2: Solar Irradiance in Gaza, 2004 [2]-[4] 3. 0000232698 00000 n 0000267173 00000 n 0000157418 00000 n 0000123648 00000 n Inverter sizing. 0000209106 00000 n 0000175418 00000 n 0000117806 00000 n 0000124570 00000 n Designing a Solar Pumping System There are many aspects of designing a solar pumping system. Module 4 is about the evaluation of water needs. 0000147253 00000 n It is written to address several audiences: engineers and scientists who desire anintroduction to the field of photovoltaics, students interestedinPV scienceandtechnology, andend 0000350722 00000 n 0000226284 00000 n 0000252593 00000 n 0000156384 00000 n In order to correctly size the system two different simulation programs, HOMER and PVSUN3, will be used. 0000152564 00000 n 0000195116 00000 n 0000267956 00000 n I guess there is mistake in cell which shows KW. 0000115571 00000 n 0000281471 00000 n 0000183114 00000 n 0000296772 00000 n 0000204223 00000 n 0000209644 00000 n This house in Maine generates its own electricity from a 4.25-kW solar electric system beautifully integrated into the rooftop. 0000139782 00000 n 0000265841 00000 n 0000332856 00000 n 0000358063 00000 n 0000288553 00000 n 0000121806 00000 n used for. 0000129536 00000 n 0000205617 00000 n 0000210859 00000 n 0000349964 00000 n 0000179505 00000 n 0000353282 00000 n 0000291820 00000 n 0000139976 00000 n The power generation rating of a solar panel is also given in Watts (e.g. 0000283115 00000 n 0000302059 00000 n 0000148712 00000 n Full calculation of all the elements necessary for a photovoltaic isolated, so fast and easy. 0000140379 00000 n 0000247057 00000 n 0000162397 00000 n 0000218911 00000 n 0000264509 00000 n 0000242363 00000 n 0000293657 00000 n 0000238522 00000 n In my opinion, following basic requirements on a qualified solar LED street light system shall met during design process: (1) Learn general information of the meteorological conditions in the area. 0000265664 00000 n 0000296441 00000 n 0000194483 00000 n 0000302883 00000 n 0000241274 00000 n 0000280733 00000 n 0000155193 00000 n To calculate the energy it can supply to the battery, multiply Watts by the hours exposed to sunshine, then multiply the result by 0.85 (this factor allows for natural system losses). 0000271705 00000 n Designing. For the most accurate and personalized off-grid system size calculation, call our solar experts at 1-800-472-1142. 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