Report title: EVA Report
Crew #: 335
Position: Engineer
Report prepared by: Katherine Berry
Date: 23Apr2026
Sol: 4
EVA #: 6
Purpose of EVA: The objective of this EVA is to refine and complete evaluation of operational differences in drone piloting with and without an EVA suit. Participants will reestablish baseline control from the observation deck without a suit, followed by replicated operations outside the fence while in full protective equipment.
Start time: 9:30
End time: 10:00
Narrative: Crewmates departed the Hab at 09:30 and proceeded on foot toward the Solar Observatory as planned. Upon arrival, the team completed several operational circuits using the drone system from the observation deck where no EVA gear was needed.
As operations progressed, wind conditions began to increase, gradually impacting both drone stability and operator comfort.
Due to the continued rise in wind intensity, the EVA was concluded early. The team safely returned and secured all equipment without issue. Remaining test objectives will be rescheduled and completed during a future EVA under more favorable environmental conditions.
Destination per MDRS Map: Solar Observatory
Destination Coordinates : 38.41N 110.79W
EVA Participants: Kat Berry,David Laude
Road(s) and routes per MDRS Map: N/A
Mode of travel: Walking