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In addition, transmittance analysis in the photovoltaic-relevant spectral range indicated that Si-based coatings exhibited relatively high optical transparency. The observed color variations are consistent with thin-film interference and the optical properties of the coating materials. This study focuses on the comparative evaluation of optical, electrical, and colorimetric characteristics. 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