# Balmorel-Antares Soft-Linking Framework 

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The Balmorel and Antares soft-linking Framework (BAF).
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The purpose of this document is to provide a practical guide on how to use the
Balmorel-Antares Soft-Linking Framework (BAF). For a scientific application,
see Rosendal et al[^1]. BAF is still at a very early stage of development,
meaning this relatively scarce documentation will be extended over time.

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[^1]: Rosendal, M., J. Janin, T. Heggarty, D. Pisinger, R. Bramstoft, and M. Münster. “The Benefits and Challenges of Soft-Linking Investment and Operational Energy System Models.” Applied Energy 385 (May 1, 2025): 125512. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2025.125512.