What does the calculator determine?

It calculates the minimum depth for horizontal louvers and the maximum width for vertical fins needed to block sunlight based on solar trigonometry.

How do I use the compliance tool?

Use `validate_compliance` by providing your current device dimensions, solar position, and target cutoff angle to check if the shading is effective.

What inputs are required for solar position?

You need the latitude of the site, the day of the year, and the time of day in HH:mm format.

Shading Device Calculator MCP Connector for Claude

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Calculate precise dimensions for horizontal and vertical solar shading devices.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

More Details Connect to Claude

This MCP server provides specialized tools for architectural thermal comfort. Use get_solar_position to determine the sun's altitude and azimuth, then use calculate_horizontal_depth to find the minimum projection required for horizontal louvers or calculate_vertical_width for vertical fins. You can also audit existing structures using validate_compliance to ensure they meet your target solar cutoff angles.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wALeVmIQdhAk9igSQng0cKwy2I9Kn8RKrsgHCMuA/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http shading-device-calculator https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wALeVmIQdhAk9igSQng0cKwy2I9Kn8RKrsgHCMuA/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "shading-device-calculator": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wALeVmIQdhAk9igSQng0cKwy2I9Kn8RKrsgHCMuA/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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