I've long wanted thermostat control on my windows, so they could read the outdoor temperature and decide whether to use AC or just open the windows.
The software part seems manageable, but I've been intimidated by the hardware component.
The software part seems manageable, but I've been intimidated by the hardware component.
The hardest part would be mounting the electric motors to the windows. I don't know what type of windows you have, but if they are single pane windows, a linear actuator will do the trick. Mounting a linear actuator is very simple, and mostly requires two brackets (one at each end). Other potential issue I can foresee is the window lock. But you could use a strong servo to actuate the mechanism.
One big, big issue about your system would be security. In case of a fire, the system might not allow for windows to be used an escape route. Though this only counts if you live in a one or two story house.
Why don't you take pictures of the windows and shoot them over to my email address? I can help you figure out the hardware side of things. (: