Hello! It’s been quite some time since I last wrote on astronomine; although, I think this is an artifact of positive changes in my life over the past while. In some ways things have become a lot more busy and hectic compared to when I started this blog, and in other ways it has become … Continue reading 6 Months in Turku
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On the Topic of Being Irrational
This is a Boeing 747(-8), "Queen of the Skies". It is the second largest passenger plane in the world, with a max capacity of 467 passengers in standard configuration. The 747 is one of the most successful products in the history of commercial aviation, with over 1,500 built since its maiden flight in 1969 - … Continue reading On the Topic of Being Irrational
Batteries – Understanding the End
It’s been a while since I last wrote on here – life at Sandvik has been quite busy. For those who are new to astronomine, here’s an introduction: I’m Haley Blinn, a Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) Applications Engineer at Sandvik. I am 25 years old, and battery electric mining vehicles have been the backbone of … Continue reading Batteries – Understanding the End
Entry 35: House of Gold
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlNLiiAYvSg Ever since I was able to conceptualize the future, I knew that I wanted to make a difference in this world. I felt that that the most straightforward way to do this was through my career and the type of professional I hoped to become. This is why my career has always been my … Continue reading Entry 35: House of Gold
Week 34: Cinnamon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4x7jORhJntM Cinnamon Music Video - Hayley Williams Today's blog is going to be a little bit different than my usual content; perhaps readers could take this as an opportunity to get to know me in a more casual way. I've chosen to dedicate some time writing thoughts I've had about a song I've been into … Continue reading Week 34: Cinnamon
Week 33: The State of BEV in Mining
The automotive industry is undergoing a technological renaissance - but I don't need to tell you that. We all have a buddy with a Tesla, or perhaps you are the buddy with a Tesla. Societal pressure influenced by the desire of a greener and sustainable future has led to the next generation of vehicle drivetrain. … Continue reading Week 33: The State of BEV in Mining
Week 32: I Think I am Pissed Off
"The moment I develop confidence, it's over for all of you" - Me, sometime in 2020. My favourite movies are the Ocean's trilogy - the quotes and themes from these movies always find a way to be relevant in a myriad of everyday situations. No, I do not rob banks or plan elaborate heists with … Continue reading Week 32: I Think I am Pissed Off
Week 31: Underground Tuesdays
Happy Wednesday everybody! I hope your week has progressed well so far. As like every week recently - this one has been sufficiently busy. Every day is different, which I suppose is to be expected when working in a maintenance department in a facility like ours. If the same things broke down in the same … Continue reading Week 31: Underground Tuesdays
Week 30: “What Good Looks Like”
Howdy everyone! It is October and I am thriving. I've always loved fall - I seem to be most myself on gloomy, cooler days. I've always detested summertime as I find it quite uncomfortable; I feel the most at ease when bundled up in sweaters and jackets. Additionally, the start of the school year is … Continue reading Week 30: “What Good Looks Like”
Week 29: Confidence (Reprise)
"All I ever wanted was to know what to do." - Dave Eggers I swear to every god I know that I did not plan this - I've actually been writing (and re-writing) this blog for about 2 months now. However, almost exactly a year ago (Sept 8th, 2020), I posted this blog titled Confidence. … Continue reading Week 29: Confidence (Reprise)
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