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    Solar-powered Devil Dogs [Image 3 of 6]

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    A low-angle shot looking up along the edge of a large flat panel, likely a solar panel, with the sun creating a strong lens flare at the panel's edge. In the background, a construction crane with a light or camera fixture is visible against a partly cloudy blue sky. The image is heavily backlit, creating silhouettes and dramatic light effects.

    TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    07.30.2010

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Nerl 

    Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center

    Third Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, based out of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., is currently the guinea pig for the Marine Corps' experiment with portable solar panels to power their electronic gear. After testing is complete, the battalion will take the solar energy generators with them to Afghanistan.

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    Date Taken: 07.30.2010
    Date Posted: 07.30.2010 18:08
    Photo ID: 305269
    VIRIN: 100730-M-4150N-003
    Resolution: 2816x1880
    Size: 251.76 KB
    Location: TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 142
    Downloads: 16

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    The image shows a close-up view of two solar panels positioned side by side with a narrow gap between them. Strong sunlight is reflecting off the right panel, creating a bright glare effect. The panels appear to be monocrystalline type based on the uniform dark cell pattern visible on the left panel.
    The image shows a military field camp environment photographed from a low angle with a fisheye lens effect. At least one person in desert camouflage uniform is visible among military-style cots, tents, and gear. The setting appears to be an arid, desert environment based on the sandy ground and bright sunlight.
    A low-angle shot looking up along the edge of a large flat panel, likely a solar panel, with the sun creating a strong lens flare at the panel's edge. In the background, a construction crane with a light or camera fixture is visible against a partly cloudy blue sky. The image is heavily backlit, creating silhouettes and dramatic light effects.
    Military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are conducting construction or installation work at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment. Soldiers are digging trenches or holes in sandy soil while a large array of solar panels is being set up in the background. The scene suggests a military base infrastructure project incorporating renewable energy systems.
    The image is rotated 90 degrees and shows solar panels mounted on or near a mud/adobe wall structure in what appears to be an arid environment. Multiple solar panels with aluminum framing and visible wiring are being installed or inspected. Several individuals in what appear to be military or work attire are visible in the background near the structure.
    An aerial/elevated view of a military forward operating base or training camp in an arid desert environment. Multiple arrays of solar panels are deployed in organized rows alongside large tan military shade structures/tents. Personnel in military uniforms are visible moving through the installation.

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