Apply Trigonometry to determine point to point length of the rear brace, and its point of intersection with the main inclined panel support. Result is a support surface for solar panels at desired inclination. Screws fasten the panels to wood above and below each panel.
INPUTS: BASE, Inclination (IL)
DEFINE the side holding the panels: Y
DEFINE the rear vertical brace: X
THEN:
Y:= BASE/sin(IL)
X:= cos(IL) * Y
I used a 48-inch 4x4 base. It is sturdy.
The mount can be anchored with a bag or two of sand across the base. An adjustable mount would be nice for winter at my location.
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