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Sound Sense

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Sound Sense

Sound Sense is a stylish, sound-triggered wristband that vibrates and flashes lights to alert hearing-impaired individuals of nearby sounds. Designed for safety when cochlear implants aren't worn, the device helps users stay aware of their surroundings in a fun and functional way.

Project Invent

Merwile, Amy, Wendy, Hanna, and Mariyama

2025

Global goals

SDG 3 Good Health and Well-Being

Our project

Students from Girls Inc. worked with an individual that is hearing impaired to invent Sound Sense, ensuring safety within the users surroundings when cochlear implants are not being worn. For example, this device is able to be worn while in water or sleeping (two times when cochlear implants are not worn) and will alert the individual to detected sounds through flashing lights and vibration.

Our inspiration

Students worked directly with a Community Partner who uses a cochlear implant and was able to share more information about its challenges and limitations.

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