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Has anyone heard of a Hughes sailboat. We have seen one listed in our local paper, a Hughes 38. Any help?  

I owned a Hughes quarter tonner back in the 1970''s and I am reasonably familiar with Hughes as a company. Hughes was a small Canadian boat builder started in the 1960''s. They originally produced a line of boat designed by founder Howard Hughes (not that Howard Hughes) Later they were bought by US Steel and the linbe was retooled as Hughes Northstar. The Hughes Northstar boats were designed by Sparkman and Stevens and included a whole line of interesting and reasonably well built boats. I thought the boats were nicely detailed and well thought out. Most of the Northstar boats were designed to be early IOR era racer cruisers which had both good and bad design features but being biased toward being race boats they became obsolete pretty quickly. At some point US Steel left the company and the boats were retooled toward a more cruising oriented bias. This also was a mixed blessing as the weights of the boats went up and sailing abilities went down. There were several boats that might be listed as Hughes 38''s so it is hard to comment on the specific boat that you are looking at other than to say that in general Hughes built substantially better constructed boats than was the average. One of the Hughes 38 models actually shared the hull design with the Hinckley Competition 38 and the glass and gelcoat work was so good at Hughes that Hinckley chose to have Hughes actually so the hull and deck laminations. Good luck, Jeff  

I Have been living and sailing solo aboard my hughes 31''. I have travelled the great lakes, East coast and bahamas in almost every weather condition imaginable and couldn''t be happier with the boats design. before purchasing her last year I looked at several of these boats, there is an ongoing abundance of them in southern Ontario.one area to look at before purchasing one of these is the cabin top as many have a plywood core wich often become soft due to deck leaks. An article on the refit of a Hughes 31'' can also be found in a recent cruising world magazine, I think March,april or may. also "Fatty Goodlander" who cruises his hughes31 wrights regularily for cruising world magazine.Hope this information is of some help  

please pardon my eror, both the article in cruising world and fattie''s boat are hughes 38''s not hughes 31''s.  

I own a Hughes 38 aka NorthStar 38 And I love it. I use it for coastal cruising. Great for 2-12 people depending on the day. I have 7 years of experience with the boat. Reply if you have specific questions.  

Pub911 said: And I love it. I use it for coastal cruising. Great for 2-12 people depending on the day. I have 7 years of experience with the boat. Reply if you have specific questions. Click to expand...

The Dog is gonna bite your head off!  

Who can read those initial posts through all the cobwebs anyway?????  

Yikes, didn't see the date. My humblest apologies to the powers that be. Suffer the newbe.  

Hughes 31 and 38 I own a Hughes 31 and have sailed her for the past six years. This is a solid boat and has pulled me through difficult sailing conditions. My wife and I sail her in just about any codition and that is saying a lot since neither she or I are long time sailors. Our boat has a OMC saildrive, a much discussed topic on pros and cons of this type of motor, and has never let us down when we needed it. When I bought this boat a marine mechanic said " its a two stoke what can possibley go wrong with it". He was right. The Hughes 31 impressed us so much that we are now planning on buying a Hughes 38. Our grandchildren are getting bigger and we need more room. We had the 38 surveyed and and the result was very positive. The boat is in need of some cosmetic clean up in the interior but is otherwise sound and solid. It has a Volvo Penta diesel saidrive. I like the saidrive system due to its simplicity. No long shafts to bend and seals to leak. The Hughes line of boats appear to be a good buy. They are solidly built and are affordable. The Hughes 31 we own (for sale now) and 38 we are buying are both 1980 vitage but in many respects are sturdier then some of the new boats.  

Anybody know anything about a Hughes 29.5 foot sailboat?  

Roy- You're really better off starting a separate thread on the boat you're asking about.  

Hugh's sail shape This is our second year with a 31 foot hugh's and starting racing for the first time last year. The sail shape is lousy. It seems to "bag and wrinkle" and no amount of adjusting flattens it out. Does anyone have any suggestions? We would like to come in another position other thean dead last every race.  

Get new sails sounds like step one.... But other than that there were several Hughes that were 31 feet. The IOR derived is marginally suited to racing under PHRF, the 31 footer that was previously produced by Columbia would be pretty hard boat to race competatively. Jeff  

Set your sails up for heavy breeze(Halyard,outhaul and vang on pretty good) if you cant flatten your sail with your controls on.. the sail is cooked. It is possible that it may not even be the right sail for the boat, someone may have just found a deal on a sail that was close to the right size and slapped it on. Also if you like the Hughes you should check out a Hughes 38. You can get some nice ones for a very reasonable price.The boat was Sparkman Stevens designed and would make a much better racing boat than the 31.  

I don't get all the posts from #6 through #10. I'm looking at a Hughes 38 in 2011 and would have been interested in any post or info, even if posted back in 2000. What do I not understand?  

did you ever buy the hughes 38?  

there is a Hughes 38 for sale in Sackets Harbor in NY. Ive noticed some interesting details in the description. "Additional Information Trim Tab with control at Wheel" AND "Sails & Rigging Rod Rigging" i thot that only the Hinckley version had the trim tab. Perhaps some Hughes 38s had them as well? Or perhaps this is a trim tab on the rudder? Anyone hear of a Hughes 38 with ROD rigging? jon  

thats the boat thanks jon  

here is a photo of the Hinckley Competition 38. the trim tab can be seen just forward of the jack stand in the last photo. 1970 Hinckley 38 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com  

I have a pretty good opinion of Hughes boats but Yowza! none of them, even heavily customized, ever looked remotely like that. P.S. keel trim tabs are a stupid complexity for little more than a theoretical benefit. Banning them or penalizing them out of existence was a very wise move on the part of the powers that be (or were).  

My first boat was a Hughes 25 -a pretty decent classic style little boat. I traded it, along with you much money for a newer style boat with "wheel" steeering, interior teak, and poor quality. When the new smell wore off, I was at once in want of my old Hughes -tiller and all! Cheers  

Yeah, but isn't that one of the ones built on Hughes mouldings?  

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The Hughes 22 is a 22.0ft masthead sloop designed by Howard Hughes and built in fiberglass by Hughes Boat Works since 1971.

The Hughes 22 is a light sailboat which is a good performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat.

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The Hughes 22 is a Canadian trailerable sailboat that was designed by Howard Hughes, the co-founder of Hughes Boat Works, as a cruiser and first built in 1971. [1] [2] [3]

The design was also sold as the North Star 22 and the Hullmaster 22 . [1] [3] [4] [5]

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The design was initially built by Hughes Boat Works in Canada . When the company was sold to US Steel and the name changed to North Star Yachts, the boat was renamed as the North Star 22. It was later built by Hullmaster Boats, also in Canada, as the Hullmaster 22. It may have also been produced under other names, before production ended. [1] [3] [6]

The Hughes 22 is a recreational keelboat , built predominantly of fibreglass, with wooden trim. It has a masthead sloop rig, a raked stem, a plumb transom , a transom-hung rudder controlled by a tiller and a fixed stub keel with a cast itron centreboard . It displaces 2,200 lb (998 kg) and carries 835 lb (379 kg) of iron ballast. [1] [3]

A version of the North Star 22 was also built with a fin keel and a spade-type rudder. [4]

The boat has a draft of 6.00 ft (1.83 m) with the centerboard extended and 1.67 ft (0.51 m) with it retracted, allowing operation in shallow water, or ground transportation on a trailer . [1] [3]

The boat is normally fitted with a small 3 to 6 hp (2 to 4 kW) outboard motor for docking and maneuvering. [1] [3]

The design has sleeping accommodation for five people, with a double "V"-berth in the bow cabin, a straight settee in the main cabin and a drop down dinntte table that coverts to a double berth on the starboard side of the main cabin. The galley is located on the port sideand stows under the cockpit seat. The head is located in the bow cabin on the starboard side under the "V"-berth. Cabin headroom is 60 in (152 cm). [1] [3]

The design has a PHRF racing average handicap of 282 and a hull speed of 5.9 kn (10.9 km/h). [3]

Operational history

In a 2010 review Steve Henkel wrote, "best features: Built for entry-level sailors at a price low enough to attract them, the Hughes 22 has little else to recommend it. Worst features: Of the three comp[etitor]s listed together here [the Seaward 22 and Columbia 22 ], the Hughes 22 is to our taste the least salty looking, with her mismatched portlights and featureless, slab-sided hull. She lacks a forward hatch, carries a cast iron keel rather than a molded lead one, and her accommodations plan shows a portside berth only 18 inches wide (versus the accepted industry absolute minimum of 21 inches), In addition, her offset cabin sole is inappropriate for a boat this small." [3]

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• ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Hughes 22 sailboat" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/hughes-22 .  
• ↑ McArthur, Bruce (2021). "Howard Hughes" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/designer/hughes-howard .  
• ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 Henkel, Steve: The Sailor's Book of Small Cruising Sailboats , page 175. International Marine/McGraw-Hill, 2010. ISBN :978-0-07-163652-0
• ↑ 4.0 4.1 McArthur, Bruce (2020). "North Star 22 sailboat" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/north-star-22 .  
• ↑ McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Hullmaster 22 sailboat" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/hullmaster-22 .  
• ↑ McArthur, Bruce (2021). "Hughes Boat Works 1963 - 1991" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/builder/hughes-boat-works .  

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Review of Hughes 22

Basic specs., sailing characteristics.

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for Hughes 22 is 2.10, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 5.4 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Hughes 22 is about 59 kg/cm, alternatively 335 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 59 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 335 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

Sailing statistics

This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.

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What is SA/D (Sail Area Displacement ratio)?

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The Hughes 40 Sailboat Specs & Key Performance Indicators

The Hughes 40, a staysail ketch, was designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built in Canada by Hughes Boatworks.

Published Specification for the Hughes 40

Underwater Profile:  Fin keel with skeg-hung rudder

Hull Material:  GRP

Length Overall:  41'6" (13.3m

Waterline Length:  31'6"  ( 9.7m)

Beam:  13'4" (4.1m)

Draft:  5'0" (1.5m)

Rig Type:  Staysail ketch

Displacement:  24,000lb (10,886kg)

Designer:  Sparkman & Stephens

Builder:  Hughes Boatworks (Canada)

Year First Built:  1975

Design Ratios

• The Sail Area/Displacement Ratio , calculated by dividing the sail area by the vessel's displacement, predicts the sailboat's speed potential. A higher ratio suggests a speedier ship. The Hughes 40, with its modest rating (16.8), suggests a balanced design that does not compromise stability for speed, making it ideal for cruising.
• The Ballast/Displacement Ratio (38.5%) for the Hughes 40 underscores its durability and stiffness under harsh sea conditions. With a high ratio, the Hughes 40 offers increased stability, an essential trait for a cruising sailboat. The strength of this sailboat not only holds up to the challenges of the sea but also offers a comforting sense of security for seafarers.
• The Displacement/Length Ratio (246) of the Hughes 40 provides insights into its seaworthiness. A lower ratio indicates a lightweight and agile vessel, while a higher ratio signifies a heavy cruiser more suited for long, open water journeys. The Hughes 40 hits a sweet spot, offering an excellent compromise between weight and performance.
• The Comfort Ratio estimates the motion comfort of the boat under various sea conditions, giving potential buyers an idea of how smooth or rough the sailboat's ride will be. The Hughes 40 features a high Comfort Ratio of 34, implying a smooth ride even in rough waves, an asset on long voyages where fatigue from constant motion can set in.
• The Capsize Screening Formula of the Hughes 40 deserves mentioning, considering it to be a significant factor determining a sailboat's seaworthiness. This figure (1.7) suggests that the Hughes 40 is relatively resistant to capsizing, ensuring peace of mind for its users.

The all-important design ratios; what they mean and how they're derived...

The interior layout and design of the Hughes 40 sailboat focuses on practicality and efficiency for extended voyages. Here's a general description of the amenities it typically offers:

• Salon : The main salon features a spacious sitting area with comfortable sitting arrangments, which can also convert into additional berths for sleeping. This area generally accommodates a fold-down table for group meals, navigation tables, or card games.
• Galley : The galley, or kitchen, is typically designed for the economy of movement, with a stove, oven, sink, and storage for food and cooking equipment. Some models also feature a fridge and a microwave.
• Cabins : Hughes 40 usually offers two cabins – one forward and one aft. Both cabins usually have a double berth and are equipped with storage areas and hanging lockers.
• Head : The Hughes 40 offers a single marine toilet or 'head', sometimes with a separate shower area. The space is compact but designed to be easy to clean and maintain.
• Cockpit : On deck, there’s a large cockpit for navigation and outdoor living. It's designed for comfort and safety for both coastal and offshore expeditions.

Remember, each Hughes 40 sailboat might be different, as owners often modify their boats to fit their needs. These are general features and your actual layout and amenities may vary.

Alternatives & Options

Toward the later production years of the Hughes 40, some different versions and modifications were introduced to meet diverse sailors' preferences and requirements. However, details on these variants may not always be clear due to the customizations done by owners over the years.

• Hughes 40 Pilothouse : Some versions of the Hughes 40 were produced with a pilothouse layout, providing an enclosed steering station. Pilothouse boats are popular among cruisers as they combine the security of an inside steering station with the visibility of outdoor navigation.
• Interior Modifications : While the traditional Hughes 40 has a two-cabin layout, some versions might have come with a single-cabin layout that provides more open space in the salon area.
• Rigging Variations : There are some versions of Hughes 40 with cutter rigs, which involve a second, smaller headsail for more sailing versatility, particularly in harsh weather conditions.

Keep in mind that each Hughes boat is unique, regardless of the model, thanks to the company's tradition of encouraging owners to customize their boats to suit personal needs and ambitions. Therefore, it is always recommended to inspect a prospective Hughes 40 carefully to assess modifications and confirm the boat's current condition.

The Competition

The Hughes 40 is a stable and sturdy cruiser, built for long-distance voyages. However, other sailboats in its class also have unique characteristics that make them suitable for specific sailing conditions. Let's compare it with a couple of other similarly sized sailboats.

1. Hughes 40 vs. Catalina 400

• Speed : Hughes 40, with its sleek design and large sail area, tends to be faster in the right conditions. Meanwhile, the Catalina 400 is also fast but it's more reliable at moderate wind speeds.
• Comfort : The Catalina 400 has a more spacious interior, making it more suitable for extended periods of cruising.
• Durability : Hughes 40 is recognized for its robust build, designed to withstand tough weather conditions.

2. Hughes 40 vs. Beneteau 40

• Performance : The Beneteau 40 has a reputation for being more maneuverable due to its fin keel with spade rudder. Hughes 40, however, is known for its cruising stability, especially in high winds.
• Comfort : Once again, the Hughes 40 may be outclassed by the Beneteau 40, which offers a more luxurious interior and better facilities.
• Maintenance : Owners often find the Hughes 40 easier and more affordable to maintain over the long term, due to its simpler design and durable construction.

Take note that each of these sailing yachts has its pros and cons, so the best choice depends on your personal needs, preferences, and sailing conditions. For instance, if you value interior comfort and luxury over everything else, then the Catalina 400 or Beneteau 40 might be more appealing. Conversely, if you are planning long voyages and want a sea-worthy vessel that can withstand harsh weather, the Hughes 40 would be more suitable.

Possible issues...

Common issues and complaints about Hughes 40 sailboats are not widely documented due to the boat's robust and reliable construction. However, no boat is without its quirks and potential concerns. Here are some common issues that some Hughes 40 owners might express:

• Aging Systems : Given the Hughes 40s were built during the 1970s, many of the original boats will require updating of electrical wiring, plumbing, and onboard electronics. This effort can be time-consuming and may bring unanticipated expenses.
• Interior Space : While the Hughes 40 is well-known for its sailing performance and seaworthiness, some might find the interior living space to be relatively compact, particularly when compared to more modern cruising yachts in the same size bracket.
• Availability of Spare Parts : Due to the age of these boats and the closure of Hughes Boat Works, finding exact replacement parts can sometimes be a challenge.
• Deck Leaks : Like many used boats, older models may have issues with deck leaks. Potential buyers should bear this in mind during inspection and budget for any necessary repairs.
• Heavy Steering : Some owners have noted that the Hughes 40 can be noticeably heavy on the helm in certain wind conditions. This can make short-handed sailing more challenging.
• Variability in Maintenance and Condition : The Hughes 40 is a vintage boat, and the condition of individual boats on the market can vary widely, depending on how well previous owners have preserved and updated them.

Keep in mind, these issues will not apply to all Hughes 40 boats, and many owners have found them to be dependable and enjoyable cruising yachts. As with all used boat purchases, thorough research and careful inspection are key before making a decision.

The Secondhand Market

Considering the availability of Hughes 40 for sale in the secondhand market, while not overflowing, there's a decent selection available for prospective buyers. This offers an opportunity for many sailing enthusiasts to own this magnificent sailboat, often at a fraction of the price of a brand-new one.

The asking prices for secondhand Hughes 40 sailboats vary considerably, depending on the condition, age, location, and included equipment. However, generally, these boats are priced competitively when compared to other sailboats in the same class, making them an affordable choice for many.

We found several used Hughes 40 sailboats listed for sale online at prices ranging from $50,000 to $100,000.

I wrote this article using GPT-4, OpenAI’s large-scale language-generation model, as a research assistant to develop source material. I wrote the final draft in its entirety and believe it to be accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Dick McClary, creator and owner of sailboat-cruising.com

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North Star 22

North Star 22 is a 22 ′ 0 ″ / 6.7 m monohull sailboat designed by Howard Hughes and built by Hughes Boat Works starting in 1972.

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Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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HUGHES 35 Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of HUGHES 35. Built by Hughes Boat Works and designed by Sparkman & Stephens, the boat was first built in 1977. It has a hull type of Fin with rudder on skeg and LOA is 10.82. Its sail area/displacement ratio 15.44. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined.

HUGHES 35 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about HUGHES 35 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

Boat Information

Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, contributions, who designed the hughes 35.

HUGHES 35 was designed by Sparkman & Stephens.

Who builds HUGHES 35?

HUGHES 35 is built by Hughes Boat Works.

When was HUGHES 35 first built?

HUGHES 35 was first built in 1977.

How long is HUGHES 35?

HUGHES 35 is 7.92 m in length.

What is mast height on HUGHES 35?

HUGHES 35 has a mast height of 11.52 m.

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The hughes hall bridge awards is an annual showcase of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit., it reached its finale on 7 th  march with seven teams competing for cash prizes totalling £1750., the event, which had been in preparation since michaelmas, drew an exceptional response from students across the university, each presenting their ideas for the hughes hall bridge award. and thank you to madiha noman, mcr academic officer, for capturing the event for us here..

The competition was generously supported by the Hughes Hall Bridge Centres—Centre for Climate Engagement (CCE), Digital Education Futures Initiative (DEFI), Cambridge Digital Innovation (CDI), Oracy, and Camtree and featured a distinguished panel of judges. Emily Farnworth, Director of CCE; Kevin Martin, Managing Director of DEFI; and Karl J Prince, Director of Knowledge Innovation at CDI, brought their expertise to evaluate the solutions presented by the finalist teams.

Winners: Angelica Akrami and Daniyal Ashraf (2nd and 3rd from left) won the Hughes Hall Bridge Awards and £1000 cash prize for Thermocharge.

The pitches had a diverse range of ideas, from the importance of AI literacy in Education (Team 6: Jayne Fitzgerald, Inbar Bobrovsky) to interventions aimed at reducing the use of toxic chemical solvents in the pharmaceutical industry (Team 5: Alexander Pomberger, Daniel Wigh). The intensity of the competition was evident from the outset, with the first team pitching MenstruVive, an innovative technology for menstrual pad and tampon recycling. The team comprised of Maha Waseem, Nga Chan, Parul Chugh, and Leonardus Wijaya M.

Runners-up,, winning a cash prize of £500, Riccardo Conci and Riccardo Ali (2nd and 3rd from left) for their innovative use of machine learning to revolutionise crutch design.

Other interventions included CKENDLE – Cambridge Knowledge Exchange Network for Design of Learning Environment Assessment and Review Network, pitched by David Baker and Juliet Harrison-Egan, aiming to increase access to assessment and review of past projects. The competition also saw an interesting overlap of machine learning and health sciences, with Riccardo Conci & Riccardo Ali leveraging machine learning to discover the optimal crutch geometry for individuals, surpassing both NHS-standard crutches and market alternatives.

Earning an honourable mention and cash prize of £250 were Alexander Pomberger and Daniel Wigh with software to reduce the reliance on toxic solvents in the pharmaceutical industry.

Each pitch distinguished itself with a unique selling point and after thorough deliberation and assessment, Daniyal Ashraf (Robinson College) and Angelica Akrami (Trinity College) won the Hughes Hall Bridge Awards and £1000 cash prize for Thermocharge. ThermoCharge, a technological solution addressing the challenge of battery sources for implantable devices, impressed the judges with its three-pronged approach: the Thermoelectric Generator (TEG), power management unit, and a rechargeable battery. According to the presenters, “the standout feature is the TEG, which harnesses electricity from the temperature gradient between the subcutaneous layer of the skin and the deeper core body temperature.”

The runner-up position and a cash prize of £500 was bagged by Riccardo Conci (Hughes Hall) and Riccardo Ali (Trinity College). Their innovative use of machine learning aims to revolutionize crutch design, tailoring it to individual needs and surpassing both NHS standards and market alternatives, all at a manufacturing cost of approximately £10 per crutch.

Earning an honourable mention and a cash prize of £250 were Alexander Pomberger (Hughes Hall) and Daniel Wigh (St Edmund’s) behind the no-code optimization software which promises to reduce the reliance on toxic and chemical solvents in the pharmaceutical industry, as mentioned previously.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants and a big thank you to each person who contributed to make Hughes Hall Bridge awards a success!

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