TUM Students Win iCANX in Hong Kong with Exceptional Glasses
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TUM Students Win iCANX in Hong Kong with Exceptional Glasses
The Sonovision team consists of Daniel Martin, an Information Systems student, as well as Dragan Rašeta and Paula Ruhwandl, who both study Electrical and Computer Engineering. Daniel Martin is responsible for software development, Dragan Rašeta focuses on hardware, and Paula Ruhwandl manages public relations and organizational tasks.
From COSIMA to the International Stage
Last year, the Sonovision team presented their idea at COSIMA, the German “Competition of Students in Microsystems Applications.” After successfully competing in the German round, the students qualified for the international iCANX competition.
The idea behind Sonovision is to design a pair of glasses that uses sensors, microsystem technology, and software to detect acoustic signals, transcribe conversations, and display them visually. They also warn users of potential dangers through visual cues in the field of view. Conversation transcripts can be displayed both in the glasses’ field of view and on the user’s smartphone.
iCANX in Hong Kong: A Major Success
This year, a total of 18 teams from around the world competed in the iCANX, the iCAN International Contest of Innovation 2025, held in Hong Kong. The Sonovision team prevailed and achieved the shared first place, which means they were awarded alongside another team from China. Their success shows that their glasses impressed not only nationally, but also internationally.
Since COSIMA, the Sonovision team has continued advancing their prototype. They added real-time translation, allowing spoken text to be displayed instantly. They also improved wearing comfort and optimized technical components to make the glasses more reliable and user-friendly.
What's next for Sonovision?
Although the team members are now entering new phases of life, like master’s programs and working life, they are committed to continuing the project. They plan to keep improving the glasses, stay in contact with potential sponsors, and eventually create a market-ready solution that enhances accessibility.
