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This study investigated the use of an Fe-rich spinel aggregate (FSA) as a high-density filler in geopolymers composed of ground granulated blast furnace slag and bauxite residue, with a fixed addition of 1 wt% graphite (binder-based) to enhance electrical conductivity. The effects of different FSA replacement percentages (0\u2013100%) on compressive strength, electrical conductivity, photothermal efficiency, and chemical resistance were evaluated. An increase in the FSA content translated to an increase in the final compressive strength, with 100% FSA replacement achieving the highest value of 45.5 \u00b1 2.5 MPa at 28 days. As the FSA content increased, the electrical resistivity decreased to as low as 42 \u03a9\u00b7m at 100% replacement. Under simulated solar flux conditions (1 kW\/m2), photothermal analysis revealed that the 100% FSA mixtures exhibited the highest surface temperature increase of 9.8 \u00b0C after 300 s, indicating their superior thermal responsiveness. 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