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robert 42.3 5 = **Node Types** =
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robert 42.3 7 ANSIR carry two types of three-channel nodes
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robert 42.3 9 * **SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz Short Period)**
robert 43.1 10 * **SmartSolo BD3C-5 (5 Second Broad-Band)**
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robert 42.3 12 Both have a battery capacity of around 30 days. The programming, operation, and downloading procedures for both types of SmartSolo nodes are also similar.
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robert 42.4 17 = **Programming Defaults** =
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robert 43.1 19 ANU recommends that the SP 16HR-3C be set to a gain of 24db and no higher than 250 Hz sampling rate. The BD3C-5 should be set to a gain of 6db (maximum allowed). These are what we use for our internal experiments. **Note that this gain must be removed when exporting to miniseed, **otherwise amplitudes will be a factor of either 15.84893192 (24db) or 2 (6db) too high. We also recommend disabling bluetooth to increase battery life, and to enable "FIFO" mode just in case old data is still present on the units and you run out of space (although it is unlikely you will go over 64 Gb for one deploy). If using the "timed turn-on" option, please be aware that **the units will not begin recording until they have acquired a GPS lock**, which may nor occur if they are buried too deeply or have very poor sky view.
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robert 43.2 22 = **Fieldwork Preparation** =
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robert 22.1 28 **INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING**
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robert 43.1 30 **Assume ~~1 Tb of storage for both raw and exported data per 50 nodes @ 250 Hz & 30 days. One node recording at 250 Hz for 30 days tends to create about 3 Gb of miniseed data.**
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Sima Mousavi 18.2 34 = **Installation** =
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robert 46.1 36 == **1. Logbook documentation** ==
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39 **Essential Details**: Record the following in a logbook:
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41 * Station name
42 * Latitude and longitude
43 * Names of team members present
44 * Date and local time of installation
45 * Serial number (SN) of the sensor
46 * Detailed notes on the site conditions and setup
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robert 46.1 48 == **2. Node Placement** ==
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robert 42.3 51 **Protection**: Place nodes inside (landfill) biodegradable bags to minimize cleaning and cross-site soil contamination.
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Sima Mousavi 18.2 53 **Site Analysis**:
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robert 42.2 55 * **Take compass measurements away from the sensor as it will affect your measurement.**
Sima Mousavi 18.2 56 * Take multiple photographs from various angles to document the site setup thoroughly.
Sima Mousavi 18.3 57 * Include a detailed site description in your notes, specifying distances and orientations from nearby landmarks (e.g. Richards garden, Te Mini steam field eastern side)
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robert 46.1 59 == **3. GPS Considerations** ==
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robert 43.2 62 The GPS antenna is at the top and center of the unit, and will (usually) only receive signal with a clear sky view directly above. The signal is able to penetrate plastic and terracotta planters and a thin layer of soil, but may struggle if the soil layer is too thick. **These nodes will not start recording without attaining a GPS lock** and repeated attempts will excessively drain the battery.
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robert 46.1 64 == **4. Visibility and Location Marking** ==
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Sima Mousavi 18.2 66 **Flag Placement**: Position a flag, preferably in a bright color (avoid green or yellow), near the instrument to aid in its future location.
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68 **GPS Marking**:
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70 * Use a GPS device to mark the instrument's exact location.
71 * Record this location in both your paper notes and the GPS device.
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robert 46.1 73 == (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)**5. Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment**(%%) ==
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Sima Mousavi 20.1 75 * **Charging Duration**: Both types of nodes take approximately 6-8 hours to fully charge from a flat state.
76 * **Pre-Deployment Charging**:
robert 42.2 77 ** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge before deployment.
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79 * **Operational Duration**:
robert 42.2 80 ** When recording at 250 Hz, with GPS on and Bluetooth disabled, the instruments are expected to last about 30 days per charge cycle. If they are set to run only overnight, this can be extended to 60 days.
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82 * **Post-Retrieval Charging**:
robert 42.2 83 ** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated as "orange" level) unless they are to be immediately re-deployed.
Sima Mousavi 20.1 84 * **Storage and Shipping Charge Level**:
robert 43.2 85 ** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% (e.g. "orange") for both storage and shipping purposes.
Sima Mousavi 20.1 86 ** This charge level is recommended to prevent battery damage and is safe for transportation.
robert 42.2 87 ** Nodes should not be stored fully charged, and it **they should especially not be stored with 0 charge.**
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robert 47.1 90 == **6. Data Sharing and Metadata Creation** ==
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Sima Mousavi 18.3 93 **GPS Data**:
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robert 43.2 95 * Ensure you have documented precise lat/lon locations for each station and **DOCUMENTED THIS CAREFULLY**
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97 **Photo Sharing**:
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robert 43.2 99 * It is strongly encouraged to take pictures of each site and upload these to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
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101 **Metadata File**:
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robert 47.1 103 * Create and organize metadata according to the [[ANU metadata standard txt file>>attach:example_metadata.txt]].
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robert 47.1 105 == **7. Additional Best Practices** ==
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107 * **Environmental Responsibility**: Ensure that the node placement and the materials used are environmentally responsible and adhere to local regulations.
robert 43.2 108 * **Training and Familiarisation**: Make sure all team members are adequately trained in using the GPS devices, compass use, and other equipment to ensure consistent and accurate data collection.
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111 ==== **Keeping the Instruments Clean** ====
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114 Use a (**landfill**, not //compost//) degradable bag when installing to keep the instrument clean. This will save you many hours of time cleaning them in preparation for their return. [[Here is a video>>url:http://auspass.edu.au/field/bd3c_removal.mp4]] demonstrating its effectiveness.
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robert 43.2 119 = **Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation** =
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122 **Preparation for Demobilization**:
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robert 43.2 124 * Before starting the demobilization process, ensure you have a compass, tape, marker, pen, masking tape, clipboard, logbook, and compass ready in your tote bag.
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127 **Locating the instrument**:
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129 * Use the downloaded GPS file to accurately locate the node for demobilization.
130 * Import this KMZ file onto your phone for easy reference and location tracking.
131 * Utilize Google Maps or Google Earth to create a KMZ file of the station’s location.
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134 **Labeling Instruments for Demobilization**:
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robert 43.2 136 * Write the station name and the instrument’s serial number on a masking tape label to apply to the top of the node.
Sima Mousavi 24.1 137 * Add markers 'D' (for download), 'C' (for charge), and ‘R’ (for removal) next to checkboxes on the label.
138 * Affix this label to the top of the instrument to avoid confusion during the charging and downloading data.
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141 **Photographing the Setup Node**:
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143 * Take a photo of the entire setup node with the __//label//__ and __//compass visible//__.
144 * This photo serves as a final record of the instrument’s condition and orientation at the time of removal.
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147 **Logging Demobilization Details**:
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149 * Use the field logbook to note the time of demobilization, serial numbers, and station name.
150 * Record any observations or issues related to the instrument’s orientation, level, or any other relevant factors.
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153 **Final Checks and Equipment Removal**:
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155 * Before physically removing the instrument, double-check that all necessary data has been downloaded and all photos and notes have been taken.
156 * Carefully dismantle and pack the equipment, ensuring that all components are accounted for and securely stored for transport.
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robert 43.2 165 = **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** =
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168 == **1. Preparation for Charging**: ==
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Sima Mousavi 24.2 170 * Before charging, ensure each node is clean. This involves removing any dirt or debris to maintain the integrity of the equipment and ensure effective charging.
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174 == **2. Disassembling the Node**: ==
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robert 42.2 176 * For the IGU-16HR, remove the battery (bottom half) from the sensor. This is done by unscrewing the spikes counter-clockwise.
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180 == **3. Setting Nodes in the Charging Box**: ==
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robert 42.2 182 * Place 1-16 IGU-16HR battery components upside-down into the charger, assuring they are oriented properly.
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186 == **4. Monitoring the Charging Process**: ==
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robert 42.2 188 * Once the nodes are set in the charging box and the charging process begins, lights adjacent to the batteries will illuminate. These lights indicate that charging is underway.
189 * Observe the transition of the lights from steady red to orange, then to green, and finally to flashing green. A flashing green light signifies that the batteries are fully charged. For storage, the goal is to charge them to ORANGE.
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193 == **5. Updating Charge Status**: ==
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Sima Mousavi 34.2 195 * During the charging period, take this opportunity to update the status of each unit. Check the //"C"// box on your temporary labels to indicate that the unit has been successfully charged.
Sima Mousavi 24.2 196 * This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
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Sima Mousavi 39.1 199 [[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="299" width="530"]]
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robert 45.2 208 = **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** =
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robert 45.2 210 == **Node Registration and Software Setup** ==
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213 **Registering Nodes in the System**:
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Sima Mousavi 24.2 215 * To begin, register the nodes in the system so the software can recognize them.
216 * Navigate to the installation folder of “SmartSoloApps SoloLite”.
217 * Right-click on deviceconfig.exe and choose “run as an administrator”. Save the file to the “deviceconfig” directory (refer to the snapshot below).
218 * To avoid double registration, replace the file each time you register a new node.
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221 **Creating a New Project in SoloLite**:
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Sima Mousavi 24.2 223 * Open the “SoloLite” software.
224 * Go to “File” and create a new project. Don't worry about finding the exact 16 nodes used in script writing.
225 * Ignore the settings for seismic recordings in the subsequent window. Resetting instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain) requires reprogramming via script.
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robert 45.2 228 == **Data Downloading Process** ==
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231 **Initiating Data Download**:
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233 * Once a new project is created, the Data Transfer View panel will display connected nodes with details like series number and data size.
234 * If “Prospect not matched” appears, it simply means the new project doesn’t match the original programming project. This is not a concern.
235 * Select all nodes and right-click to “force download”. This starts the download process.
236 * Completed downloads will appear as new folders in the Downloaded Data panel.
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239 **Exporting Data in Readable Format**:
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241 * Go to the “Tool” menu and select “export seismic data”.
242 * Tailor other parameters to personal preference and ensure "Sample Interval" matches the setting used during node reset.
243 * Click “prepare” followed by “run” to start reformatting. Monitor this process in the small panel at the bottom left.
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Sima Mousavi 30.1 246 * **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS", not "mV".**
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robert 42.1 248 * **Set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain as during programming** **(by default ANU sets this to 24db (a factor of 15.848932).**
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robert 45.2 252 == **Handling Nodes During Download** ==
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255 **Monitoring Download Indicators**:
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257 * During download, green lights on nodes will blink, and associated red lights on the rack will flash.
258 * Disconnect nodes properly before unplugging anything.
259 * Be cautious: if the laptop enters sleep mode, the download will pause.
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Sima Mousavi 35.1 262 //**Investment in Storage Hardware**~://
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Sima Mousavi 31.2 266 * **Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.**
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268 * **Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.**
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272 **Metadata and Time Settings**:
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274 * Ensure all metadata is saved with the file.
275 * System auto-determines the earliest data time as the start time. You can set it a day earlier at 00:00:00 for 24-hour data segments starting from midnight.
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278 **Finalizing the Download**:
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Sima Mousavi 34.1 280 * After downloading, mark the //"D"// box on your temporary labels to indicate completion.
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robert 45.5 306 = **Cleaning** =
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308 **Procedure for Seismic Nodes:**
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robert 44.1 310 * If the nodes are placed in a sturdy plastic bag at the time of installation, the cleaning procedure should be straightforward. If not you have a lot of work to do before they are returned to us!
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312 = **Weights (for shipping)** =
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314 The weights of bags of nodes, as well as data harvesters and node chargers, are listed below:
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robert 49.1 316 1 bag + 6 SP (IGU-16HR) nodes: 18 kg
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robert 49.1 318 1 SP (IGU-16HR) data harvester: 21.5 kg
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robert 49.1 320 1 SP (IGU-16HR) charger: 26.3 kg
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robert 49.1 322 1 BB (BD3C-5) charger/data harvester (with and without 16 cables): 21 kg / 14.5 kg
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robert 49.1 324 1 case + 5 BB (BD3C-5) nodes and 6 BB nodes: 22 kg / 25 kg
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331 **Contents**
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robert 44.1 333 {{toc/}}
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robert 11.1 340 = SmartSolo [[BD3C-5>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-4.html]] =
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Jack Dent 15.1 342 [[image:Smartsolo IGU BD3C 5 (2).jpg]]
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robert 13.2 346 |(% style="width:189px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:221px" %)5 Seconds to 150Hz
347 |(% style="width:189px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:221px" %)200 V/m/s
348 |(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)158 x160mm
349 |(% style="width:189px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
350 |(% style="width:189px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
Kimberley Berends 49.3 351 |(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)(((
352 Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (168.84 Wh)
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354 UN3481 PI967 S1
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360 = SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]] =
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robert 13.2 366 |(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
367 |(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)67.7 V/m/s
368 |(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm
robert 42.2 369 |(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.4 kg
robert 13.2 370 |(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
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Kimberley Berends 49.3 372 Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (96.48 Wh)
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374 UN3481 PI967 S2
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