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#### Structure Components
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A PV structure is composed of several elementary parts. Each part has a **shape**, **dimensions**, and a **count**.
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**Shape options**
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##### Shape options
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All structural members support three cross-section profiles:
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| `Rectangle` | `Width`, `Height` |
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| `Cylinder` | `Radius` |
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**Poles**
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###### Poles
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Vertical posts that carry the entire structure.
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| `PoleRadius` | meters | Radius (cylindrical profile) |
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| `PoleLength` | meters | Total pole length along Z |
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**Purlins**
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###### Purlins
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Horizontal beams running along the **Y axis**, connecting poles and supporting panels from below.
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| `PurlinSide` / `PurlinWidth` / `PurlinHeight` / `PurlinRadius` | meters | Profile dimensions |
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| `NumberOfPurlins` | — | Number of purlins per group (1–10) |
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**Rafters**
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###### Rafters
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Beams oriented along the **X axis**, used to carry purlins or panels across the span.
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Figure 4 - Three examples of structures: HSATS, PV Table and Agrivoltaic Fence.
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**PV Table**
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##### PV Table
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**Description:** A fixed, tilted table structure. Two poles of different heights support a tilted rafter, with diagonal bracing and horizontal purlins.
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**HSATS**
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##### HSATS
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**Description:** Horizontal Single-Axis Tracking Structure. A central pole supports a rotating frame that can track the sun along one axis.
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**Agrivoltaic Fence**
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##### Agrivoltaic Fence
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**Description:** A fence-like structure where panels are mounted vertically or near-vertically between posts.
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