He thought that RC car servos would be a great choice to control the blinds, since they are cheap and the geared drive system offers a lot of torque at low speeds.

For North American households juggling busy mornings and cozy nights in, Allesin Prestige Motorized Zebra Shades make light control one less thing to think about.

The blinds run exactly true to their width specification. ThirdReality Smart Blinds come with a simple infrared remote control that will operate any shade you point it at. Christopher Null/Foundry ...

Smart shades, blinds, and curtains can open or close on a schedule or at your command. They save energy and make life more convenient—especially for anyone with limited mobility.