• DIMENSIONS
  • SOLAR
  • GEOMETRY
  • HUMAN

How to calculate shading device dimensions with your AI

Connect this MCP to your AI client to turn solar coordinates and cutoff angles into exact hardware measurements.

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Short answer

How do I calculate shading device dimensions with my AI?

Your AI uses solar position data and specific cutoff angles to solve for the depth of horizontal louvers or the width of vertical fins. You'll get specific measurements ready for design or fabrication.

The technical outcomes

Calculated design specs

The AI processes your geometry requirements into these specific results.

DIMENSIONS

Exact hardware specs

The AI calculates the specific depth or width needed to meet your shading goals. You get numbers you can actually use in CAD or on-site.

SOLAR

Positioning data

The agent determines the sun's path based on your location. This ensures the shading works for the specific site and time of year.

GEOMETRY

Cutoff verification

The AI checks the relationship between the sun angle and the device profile. It ensures the shading hits your target cutoff angle.

HUMAN

Final design review

The AI provides the math, but you decide if the resulting dimensions fit the aesthetic or structural limits of the building.

The workflow

What your AI does when the request arrives.

The AI moves from site location to final dimensioning through a sequence of geometric calculations.

  1. Locate the sun

    The AI finds the precise solar altitude and azimuth for your specific site coordinates.

    get_solar_position

  2. Solve for depth

    Using the solar position and your required cutoff, the AI determines how far horizontal louvers must extend.

    calculate_horizontal_depth

  3. Solve for width

    The agent calculates the necessary width for vertical fins to block light at the specified angles.

    calculate_vertical_width

  4. Verify geometry

    The AI cross-references the calculated dimensions against the solar path to ensure the shading profile is correct.

    get_solar_positioncalculate_horizontal_depth

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to kick off the calculation process.

Starting points

Replace the bracketed info with your actual site coordinates, desired cutoff angles, and device types.

Shading Device Calculator Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wALeVmIQdhAk9igSQng0cKwy2I9Kn8RKrsgHCMuA/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Shading Device Calculator capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
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  "mcpServers": {
    "shading-device-calculator-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wALeVmIQdhAk9igSQng0cKwy2I9Kn8RKrsgHCMuA/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • Calculate the horizontal louver depth for a site at 34.05, -118.24 with a 60 degree cutoff angle.

  • What vertical fin width do I need for a window at 40.71, -74.00 if I want a 45 degree cutoff?

  • Find the solar position for London and tell me the required louver depth for a 70 degree cutoff.

  • I need to design shading for a facade at 35.68, 139.65. Calculate both horizontal depth and vertical width for a 50 degree cutoff.

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Connect Shading Device Calculator once, then ask.

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FAQ

Common questions

  • 01

    Can the AI draw the shading device in my CAD software?

    No. The AI provides the numerical dimensions, but you must input those values into your own design software.

  • 02

    Does the AI handle weather or cloud cover?

    No. The tools calculate based on geometric solar positions, not real-time weather or atmospheric conditions.

  • 03

    Can I use this for both horizontal and vertical shading?

    Yes. The tools allow for calculating both horizontal louver depth and vertical fin width.

  • 04

    Will the AI change my existing design files?

    No. The AI only performs calculations and provides data. It cannot modify your local files or drawings.

  • 05

    Do I need to provide the latitude and longitude?

    Yes. You must provide the site coordinates so the AI can determine the correct solar position.

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