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GreenHab Report – April 10th

Report title: GreenHab Report
Crew #: 333
Position: GreenHab Officer
Report prepared by: Matthias De Groote
Date: 10-04-2026
Sol: 12

Environmental control (fan & heater): Yes, Fan max : 80, Fan min : 75 ; Heater : 70 F°
Average temperatures (last 24h): 88.3 F°
Maximum temperature (last 24h): 106.7 F°
Minimum temperature (last 24h): 69.9 F°
Hours of supplemental light: 4:00
Daily water usage for crops: 2 gal
Daily water usage for research and/or other purposes: 0 gal
Water in the Tank (160 gal useful capacity): 134 gallons remaining
Time(s) of watering for crops: 9:30 am
Changes to crops: N/A
Harvest: N/A
Support/supplies needed: No

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Journalist Report – April 23rd

Crew #: 335

Position: Crew Journalist

Report prepared by: Matteo Calore

Date: 23APR2026

Sol: 4

THIRD DAY ON MARS: Candor Chasm

Today some of us woke up feeling a bit nervous. Nighttime is always somewhat difficult: many of us continue to have interrupted sleep or very strange and vivid dreams, which lead to slow and heavy awakenings. The hub never sleeps, and the machines that regulate temperature and air circulation switch on from time to time, interrupting the sleep cycle and bringing us back to the planet.

The morning began slowly, and the filmmakers were busy solving a technical problem while the rest of the crew worked on their own projects. Then we set out on EVA. It felt good to go outside, since yesterday we stayed in the station all day because of the wind. We felt protected, watching from the hub’s windows the dust devils animating the desert floor, moving it from one stretch to another and reshaping the martian landscape.

Today we went to Candor Chasm to collect clay. It was a particularly evocative outing: we crossed a valley in bloom. Mars in bloom is striking, there is an interesting contrast with the expanse of rocks, and it almost feels like a miracle that life can grow in such an arid terrain. Then we reached the gorge of a river that almost no longer exists, and we began descending through its inlets. Each gorge revealed a different landscape, always leaving us surprised. The red color, the stones carved by water, and a few remaining pools created a particularly evocative environment, which we could observe through the helmets of our suits.

The search for clay was demanding, but it was a success. Back at the station we were all exhausted, and now we are preparing for a quiet evening.

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Astronomy Report – April 23rd

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Report title: Astronomy Report

Crew #: 335

Position: Engineer

Report prepared by: Katherine Berry

Date: 23Apr2026

Sol: 4

MDRS ROBOTIC OBSERVATORY

Robotic Telescope Requested: MDRS-WF

Objects to be Imaged this Evening: messier 16

Images submitted with this report: In process, will update when photos are processed.

Problems Encountered: None.

MUSK OBSERVATORY

Solar Features Observed: N/A

Images submitted with this report: N/A

Problems Encountered: N/A

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EVA Report – April 23rd

Report title: EVA Report

Crew #: 335

Position: GreenHab officer

Report prepared by: Charlotte Brugge

Date: 23APR2026

Sol: Day 4

EVA #7

Purpose of EVA: To collect clay

Start time: 14.30

End time: 16.50

Narrative: The EVA began later than planned due to technical issues with equipment brought by the film crew. This caused a delay in departure and required some troubleshooting before we were able to proceed safely. Additionally, we encountered an issue with the rover Curiosity, which showed a rapidly declining battery level while reading the SOC at rest (see op report). To avoid risk, we switched to the rover Spirit, which performed reliably for the remainder of the EVA.

Despite the delayed start, the journey was highly enjoyable. We traveled toward Candor Chasm, taking time to appreciate the landscape along the route. Upon arrival, the team made multiple stops to explore the area more closely. Three of the crew descended into the chasm, while the commander remained a little further back at the chasm entrance near the rovers to maintain consistent communication with HabCom and the crew.

During exploration, the team identified a deposit of black clay, which appeared scientifically interesting. A large sample was collected and transported back using a bucket, though carrying it proved physically demanding. On the return journey, we made several additional stops to gather more clay samples from different locations to ensure a broader collection.

Overall, morale remained high throughout the EVA. The combination of productive scientific and creative work, smooth rover operations after the switch, and the striking environment contributed to a very positive and enjoyable experience for the entire team.

Destination per MDRS Map: Candour Chasma, and we stopped along Galileo and Cow Dung Rd.

Destination Coordinates (use UTM WGS 84): 0521772E 4250977N

EVA Participants: David Laude + Lot Brugge + Elisa Strinna + Matteo Calore

Road(s) and routes per MDRS Map: Cow Dung Road + Galileo Road

Mode of travel: Rover + Walking

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EVA Report – April 23rd

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

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Operations Report – April 26th

Report title: Operations Report

Crew #: 335

Position: Engineer

Report prepared by: Katherine Berry

Date: 23Apr2026

Sol: 4

Non-nominal systems: None

Notes on non-nominal systems: None

ROVERS

Spirit rover used:

Hours: 306

Beginning charge: 100%

Ending charge: 50%

Currently charging: Yes

Opportunity rover:

Hours: 269.4

Beginning charge: 100%

Ending charge: 43%

Currently charging: Yes

Curiosity rover used:

Hours: 0

Beginning charge: N/A

Ending charge: N/A

Currently charging: Yes

Perseverance rover used:

Hours: 0

Beginning charge: N/A

Ending charge: N/A

Currently charging: Yes

General notes on rovers: Curiosity seems to be unable to hold charge, crew attempted to take curiosity however once unplugged, it dropped to 94% within a couple of minutes and was returned to the charged and swapped for Spirit

Summary of Hab operations:

Water Use (see notes): 23.73 gal/d

Main tank level (remaining gallons, see notes): 223 gal

Main water tank pipe heater (ON or OFF): OFF

Main water tank heater (ON or OFF) OFF (was removed)

Toilet tank emptied (NO or YES): NO

Summary of internet: Connection was used for research, accessing, and working on homework, sending reports and listening to music.

Summary of suits and radios:

David, Suit: 9 Radio: 3 Headset: 6

Elisa, Suit8 : Radio: 1 Headset: 1

Matteo, Radio: 5 Headset: 5

Lot, Suit: 7 Radio: 6 Headset: 3

Summary of GreenHab operations: (use information from the GreenHab report)

Water use: 1.7 gallons

Heater (ON or OFF): Auto

Supplemental light (hours of operation): Auto

Harvest (name, weight in grams): 0g

Summary of ScienceDome operations: Used to film creative projects, drying clay and manipulating clay.

Dual split (Heat or AC, On or Off or Automatic): Automatic

Summary of RAM operations: Used compressed air to clean a radio connector.

Summary of any observatory issues: N/A

Summary of health and safety issues: None.

Questions, concerns and requests to Mission Support: In response to the previous inquiry: approximately 20% of the olive oil supply remains, and it is expected to run out by next week.

The Curiosity rover’s battery does not appear to be holding a charge. The situation is currently being monitored.

A small package containing crew name tags was delivered. Would it be possible to retrieve this item?

Crew members are requesting an ND filter for the drone to improve documentary footage. Is it permissible for me to overnight this to the rock shop?

Headset two is not functioning due to a connector issue.

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GreenHab Report – April 23rd

Report title: GreenHab Report

Crew #: 335

Position: GreenHab officer

Report prepared by: Charlotte Brugge

Date: 23APR2026

Sol: day 4

Environmental control (fan & heater): Automated

Average temperatures (last 24h): 89.4

Maximum temperature (last 24h): 109.6

Minimum temperature (last 24h): 69.2

Hours of supplemental light: Automated

Daily water usage for crops: 6.66 Liters

Daily water usage for research and/or other purposes: 0.6 liters for the clay project

Water in the Tank (160 gal useful capacity): 102.4

Time(s) of watering for crops: 18.00

Narrative: watered and checked the plants.

Harvest: (include which crop and mass in grams) 0

Support/supplies needed:0

Future GreenHab Improvement Observations: spent some time in the GreenHab using the space to dry clay, there was a nice bench to put it on, in the sun so I’m quite happy about the space. Maybe what would be helpful is more flat buckets so the clay would dry quicker.

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Journalist Report – April 23rd

Journalist Report

Crew #: 335

Position: Crew Journalist

Report prepared by: Matteo Calore

Date: 23APR2026

Sol: 3

Third Day on Mars: Entering New Worlds

Today we woke up to the wind. The wind always carries something with it, and there is a subtle unease in the air. Today was a day of questions. We did not go out on EVA, since the wind would not have allowed us to move easily with suits and equipment, so we devoted ourselves to activities inside the station.

The day began with pancakes and a long discussion about Mars. We found ourselves debating which kinds of people would be necessary in order to develop a colony on the Red Planet. Some of us think that the first people to colonize Mars should be engineers, since the first thing needed would be infrastructure. Others think there should also be artists and cultural mediators, because it is important to have people capable of mediating between individuals and establishing ethical relationships, while art is a fundamental element for the spirit, and also for producing content that keeps us entertained.

After that, Charlotte spent time filtering the clay she found in the desert yesterday. It is a long and intricate process, and it is very interesting to see how objects can slowly emerge from a territory. Meanwhile, Kat assembled her rover, which she will soon test in the desert. Elisa and Matteo continued filming, asking questions and trying to capture the spirit of the experience. We are all still easily tired, adapting to Mars requires physical effort. The dry air and the light are very intense on our bodies.

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