There are mechanical and electrical varieties of street awnings. The mechanical ones have a small removable handle that allows you to open and fold the awning. This is an easy-to-manage and simple-to-configure model. t is quite easy to order sun awnings now (for example, here https://vsemarkizi.ru/) and, by the way, these are awnings from the manufacturer.
The electric ones work on a drive hidden inside the canopy, they are connected to a regular 220 V network. The engine is protected from overheating and moisture ingress, controlled from a remote control, sensor signals are also received there. It can also be folded manually in case of a power outage, for this a special handle is included in the kit.
Sensors give a signal when it is necessary to expand or collapse the device. The solar indicates when the sun is already high and it is necessary to open the awning. Rain and wind – when the structure can be damaged by strong gusts or rain and it is necessary to collapse. Automatic adjustment will allow the control system to independently open and close the device depending on weather conditions, change the angle of inclination in the direction of movement of the sun.