Category: Operations Report

Date: 11/25/2023
Name of person filing report: Ben Stanley
Reason for Report: Routine
Non-Nominal Systems: Director’s trailer heater

Power system: Solar: Nominal.
SOC Last 24 hours: Max 100%; Min 67%; Avg 78.3%.
VDC Last 24 hours: Max 59.32V; Min 43.53V; Avg 49.33V.
Generator run time: 4113.5 hours.

Propane Readings: Station Tank: 64%
Director Tank: 62%
Intern Tank: 65%
Generator Tank: 38%

Water: Hab Static Tank – 500.0 gallons
GreenHab – 200 gallons
Outpost tank – 450 gallons
Science Dome – 0 gallons
Hab Toilet Tank emptied: No

Rovers: Sojourner rover used: No.
Hours: 195.7
Beginning Charge: 100 %
Ending Charge: 100 %
Currently Charging: Yes
Notes on Rovers: Nothing to report

ATV: ATV’s Used: None. Nothing to report.

Cars: Hab Car used and why, where: To Hanksville for supplies. Need to be serviced.
Crew Car used and why, where: Taken to Grand Junction by crew 286.
General notes and comments: All cars awaiting renewed insurance ID.

Summary of Internet: All nominal.
EVA suits and radios: Suits: All nominal
Comms: All nominal
Campus wide inspection, if action taken, what and why: Tunnel stick replaced. Nothing to report.
Summary of Hab Operations: Nothing to report
Summary of GreenHab Operations: All nominal
Summary of SciDome Operations: All nominal
Summary of Observatories Operations: All nominal.
Summary of RAM Operations: All nominal
Summary of Outpost Operations: Director’s trailer heater is broken. New heater ordered and will be picked up in two weeks.
Summary of Health and Safety Issues: All nominal.

Crew 286 Operations Report 22-11-2023
SOL: 10
Name of person filing report: Donald "Duckie" Jacques
Non-nominal systems: None
Notes on non-nominal systems: Completed hand stitching of Suit 5 successfully this morning.
ROVERS
Spirit rover used: No
Hours: (before EVA)
Beginning charge: (Before EVA)
Ending charge: (On return from EVA, before recharging)
Currently charging: Yes
Opportunity rover used: No
Hours:
Beginning charge:
Ending charge:
Currently charging: Yes
Curiosity rover used: No
Hours:
Beginning charge:
Ending charge:
Currently charging: Yes
Perseverance rover used: No
Hours:
Beginning charge:
Ending charge:
Currently charging: Yes
General notes on rovers: Nothing to report
Summary of Hab operations:
WATER USE: 10 gallons
Water (static tank): 173.5 gallons before resupply, 293.5 after resupply of 120 gallons
Static tank pipe heater (on or off): On
Static tank heater (On or off) On
Toilet tank emptied: No
Summary of internet: Nominal
Summary of suits and radios: Nominal. Completed Suit 5 stitching repair. Liz use of suit 11 on 3 hour EVA was successful, with far less discomfort.
Summary of GreenHab operations: Nothing to report
WATER USE: 0 gallons
Heater: On
Supplemental light: On
Harvest: None
Summary of Science Dome operations: Guillaume took samples, and further readings from his ongoing Purple algae experiment. Scott prepared his equipment for today’s concert EVA, worked with his 3d printer. Roger poured his third casting.
Dual split: Off
Summary of RAM operations: (Tools used, work done) Served as airlock for our morning EVA to effect minimal egress of equipment for Scott’s concert, Liz’s drone work, and Don and Guillaume to execute preparations of the MASH for EVA tomorrow.
Summary of any observatory issues: Nothing to report
Summary of health and safety issues: Nothing to report
Questions, concerns and requests to Mission Support: put notes here

Crew 286 Operations Report 23-11-2023
SOL: 11
Name of person filing report: Donald "Duckie" Jacques
Non-nominal systems: None
Notes on non-nominal systems: I realized I forgot to include photos of the repair of Suit #5 yesterday. They are attached below.
ROVERS
Spirit rover used: No
Hours: (before EVA)
Beginning charge: (Before EVA)
Ending charge: (On return from EVA, before recharging)
Currently charging: Yes
Opportunity rover used: No
Hours:
Beginning charge:
Ending charge:
Currently charging: Yes
Curiosity rover used: No
Hours:
Beginning charge:
Ending charge:
Currently charging: Yes
Perseverance rover used: No
Hours:
Beginning charge:
Ending charge:
Currently charging: Yes
General notes on rovers: Nothing to report
Summary of Hab operations: Today we focused on our final EVA, and wrapping up experiments. As I write this, a Thanksgiving meal is being repaired
WATER USE: gallons
Water (static tank): 326.75 gallons
Static tank pipe heater (on or off): On
Static tank heater (On or off): On
Toilet tank emptied: Yes
Summary of internet: Nominal
Summary of suits and radios: 4 suits and 5 radios were used during today’s Excursion EVA in the MASH, all functioned well, and are now plugged in and waiting for next journey.
Summary of GreenHab operations: Plants were still lightly moist this morning, but needed watering this afternoon. I was able to acquire a small harvest of 47 grams of greens to contribute to our Thanksgiving meal.
WATER USE: 6.5 gallons
Heater: On
Supplemental light: On
Harvest:
Sunflower greens 6g
Broccoli greens 7g
Radish greens 34g
Summary of Science Dome operations: The MASH undocked from the dome, executing the Excursion EVA with Guillaume, Hugo, Liz, and Don. Guillaume is wrapping up his purple bacteria work this afternoon and preparing for departure.
Dual split: Off
Summary of RAM operations: (Tools used, work done) Roger completed his Tensegrity sculpture from the molds and pouring earlier this week.
Summary of any observatory issues: Nothing to report
Summary of health and safety issues: Nothing to report
Questions, concerns and requests to Mission Support:
Thank you Sergii and Ben for a great support team during our mission!

Crew 286 Operations Report 19-11-2023

SOL: 7

Name of person filing report: Donald "Duckie" Jacques

Non-nominal systems: None

Notes on non-nominal systems: N/a

ROVERS

Spirit rover used: No

Hours: (before EVA)

Beginning charge: (Before EVA)

Ending charge: (On return from EVA, before recharging)

Currently charging: Yes

Opportunity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

Curiosity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

Perseverance rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

General notes on rovers: Nothing to report

Summary of Hab operations: Team was informed of high water use, and reminded of water conservation.

WATER USE: 39.2 gallons

Water (static tank): 236.3 gallons

Static tank pipe heater (on or off): On

Static tank heater (On or off) On

Toilet tank emptied: No

Summary of internet: Nominal

Summary of suits and radios: Nothing to report

Summary of GreenHab operations: Added new plants, transplanted some, removed the 60% sunshade. Photos provided with GreenHab report.

WATER USE: 3.4 gallons

Heater: On

Supplemental light: Off

Harvest: None

Summary of Science Dome operations: Guillaume continues his work with purple bacteria.

Dual split: Heat or AC, Off

Summary of RAM operations: (Tools used, work done) Roger has completed both halves of the plaster mold, and is refining its contours in preparation for use.

Summary of any observatory issues: Nothing to report

Summary of health and safety issues: None

Questions, concerns and requests to Mission Support: We all are anxiously awaiting drying out after a second day of wet weather.

Crew 286 Operations Report 20-11-2023

SOL: 8

Name of person filing report: Donald "Duckie" Jacques

Non-nominal systems: Toilet Room door knob

Notes on non-nominal systems: It is becoming increasingly difficult to open the door. Upon inspection, I noted deep grooves in the actuator shaft for the latch, indicating the assembly is approaching end-of-life. The handle is still barely functional, however, sometimes it takes multiple attempts to open the door for exit.

ROVERS

Spirit rover used: No

Hours: (before EVA)

Beginning charge: (Before EVA)

Ending charge: (On return from EVA, before recharging)

Currently charging: Yes

Opportunity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

Curiosity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

Perseverance rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

General notes on rovers:

Summary of Hab operations: put notes here

WATER USE: 13.07 gallons

Water (static tank): 223.250 gallons

Static tank pipe heater (on or off): On

Static tank heater (On or off): On

Toilet tank emptied: Yes, in early morning

Summary of internet: Nominal

Summary of suits and radios: Nominal, all charging. One internal zipper tag was clipped, and we found it greatly improved zipper operation. I will apply tag removal to remaining suits tomorrow.

Summary of GreenHab operations: Crops watered at 5pm, Timer for supplemental lighting was prepared to operate from 6-7 pm. At time of report preparation, lights had come on.

WATER USE: 3 gallons

Heater: On

Supplemental light: On

Harvest: None

Summary of Science Dome operations: Guillaume has been harvesting Spirulina this afternoon, and working with Roger on molds. This afternoon Roger set the molds in the oven for drying.

Dual split: Heat or AC, Of

Summary of RAM operations: (Tools used, work done) The RAM was used as a large airlock for this morning’s EVA to great success. EVA team donned radios and suits in the downstairs of the Hab, where we completed radio checks. They then carried their helmets to the RAM. We mounted their helmets, and the team was prepared for departure. Team arrived at end of EVA with a few minutes to spare, and after re-pressurization, removed their helmets, and returned to the Hab to stow the gear.

Summary of any observatory issues: Nothing to report

Summary of health and safety issues: Immediately after entering the airlock, Liz began experiencing severe shoulder pain. The team reacted quickly to release her suit pack straps and support its weight temporarily relieving her immediate issue. Following depressurization, Liz was extricated from her helmet, and encouraged to return to the Hab and treat her muscle pain. When the remainder of the team returned, we found her somewhat recovered, and in much better spirits.

Questions, concerns and requests to Mission Support:

Liz reported that while the adjustment of the lower strap on her suit did provide a noticeable improvement in the muscles of the lower back, clearly additional work will be needed to realize relief for the shoulder area as well for individuals sharing her stature.

Crew 286 Operations Report 21-11-2023

SOL: 9

Name of person filing report: Donald "Duckie" Jacques

Non-nominal systems: Suit #5

Notes on non-nominal systems:

Suit #5 – I noticed during suit prep today a small seam separation in the zipper at one corner. (Photo attached). The team has needle and thread available, if hand stitching is an acceptable repair.

Door knob of the toilet required only dry lubricant to free up operation. Door knob is good as new now. (Photo attached).

ROVERS

Spirit rover used: Yes

Hours: (before EVA) 234.8

Beginning charge: (Before EVA) 100%

Ending charge: (On return from EVA, before recharging) 50%

Currently charging: Yes

Opportunity rover used: Yes

Hours: 144.8

Beginning charge: 100%

Ending charge: 57%

Currently charging: Yes

Curiosity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

Perseverance rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

General notes on rovers: Nominal

Summary of Hab operations: Mud was cleaned out of the lower hab, stoop, and porch. Toilet door handle repaired, Liz successfully tested Suit 11, 2 persons took showers, Team Interviews continue with Hugo.

WATER USE: 39.2 gallons

Water (static tank): 184 gallons

Static tank pipe heater (on or off): On

Static tank heater (On or off) On

Toilet tank emptied: Yes

Summary of internet: Nominal

Summary of suits and radios: Suit 11 was charged and prepared for Team member Liz to test fit. After donning suit, her impression was positive, noting better fit of pack. She then took a walk via tunnel from Hab to Observatory and back, noting it did feel better, and would be satisfactory for next EVA.

Summary of GreenHab operations: Timer was initialized, and set. Peas in tan planter replaced with greens, and moved to Blue planter and some black pots.

WATER USE: 4 gallons

Heater: On or Off

Supplemental light: On or Off

Harvest: None

Summary of Science Dome operations: Guillaume’s work included harvesting Spirulina, Purple bacteria. Roger poured his casting.

Dual split: Heat or AC, Off

Summary of RAM operations: (Tools used, work done) Roger completed his final preparations of the mold for pour of casting in the Science Dome this afternoon.

Summary of any observatory issues: Nothing to report

Summary of health and safety issues: Liz and I are confident Suit 11 will be a better fit for the next EVA

Questions, concerns and requests to Mission Support: put notes here

Date: 11/19/2023
Name of person filing report: Sergii Iakymov
Reason for Report: Routine
Non-Nominal Systems: A tunnel stick on the right from the rear airlock. Director’s trailer heater.

Power system:
Solar: Nominal.
SOC Last 24 hours: Max 100%; Min 63%; Avg 74.5%.
VDC Last 24 hours: Max 59.01V; Min 43.63V; Avg 48.61V.
Generator run time: 4048.8 hours.

Propane Readings:
Station Tank: 70%
Director Tank: 70%
Intern Tank: 71%
Generator Tank: 51%

Water:
Hab Static Tank – 275.5 gallons
GreenHab – 171 gallons
Outpost tank – 430 gallons
Science Dome – 0 gallons
Hab Toilet Tank emptied: No

Rovers:
Sojourner rover used: Yes, around the station.
Hours: 195.7
Beginning Charge: 100 %
Ending Charge: 100 %
Currently Charging: Yes
Notes on Rovers: All rovers serviced and damaged fuse terminals replaced. All EVA rovers got equipped with rear view mirrors.

ATV: ATV’s Used: None. Nothing to report.

Cars:
Hab Car used and why, where: To Hanksville for supplies. Need to be serviced.
Crew Car used and why, where: To Hanksville for supplies.
General notes and comments: All cars awaiting renewed insurance ID.

Summary of Internet: All nominal.
EVA suits and radios:
Suits: All nominal
Comms: All nominal
Campus wide inspection, if action taken, what and why: One tunnel stick on the right from the rear airlock is corroded out at the ground level and needs to be replaced. Repair is scheduled to be done by the end of next week.
Summary of Hab Operations: Nothing to report
Summary of GreenHab Operations: All nominal
Summary of SciDome Operations: All nominal
Summary of Observatories Operations: All nominal.
Summary of RAM Operations: All nominal.
Summary of Outpost Operations: Director’s trailer heater is non operational. New heater will be ordered next week.
Summary of Health and Safety Issues: All nominal.

Crew 286 Operations Report 18-11-2023

SOL: 6

Name of person filing report: Donald "Duckie" Jacques

Non-nominal systems: None

Notes on non-nominal systems: N/A

ROVERS

Spirit rover used: No

Hours: (before EVA)

Beginning charge: (Before EVA)

Ending charge: (On return from EVA, before recharging)

Currently charging: Yes

Opportunity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging:Yes

Curiosity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

Perseverance rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging: Yes

General notes on rovers: Nothing to report

Summary of Hab operations:

WATER USE: 52.2 gallons

Water (static tank): 275.5 gallons

Static tank pipe heater (on or off): On

Static tank heater (On or off) On

Toilet tank emptied: No

Summary of internet: Nominal

Summary of suits and radios: Nominal

Summary of GreenHab operations: Watered lightly in the afternoon, noted several of the microgreens have sprouted.

WATER USE: 4 gallons

Heater: On

Supplemental light: Off

Harvest: No Harvest at this time

Summary of Science Dome operations: Guillaume continued his work with the purple bacteria.

Dual split: Heat or AC, Off

Summary of RAM operations: (Tools used, work done) Roger continued work on his mold for casting

Summary of any observatory issues: Nothing to report

Summary of health and safety issues: Nothing to report

Questions, concerns and requests to Mission Support: none

Crew 286 Operations Report 15-11-2023

SOL: 3

Name of person filing report: Donald "Duckie" Jacques

Non-nominal systems: None

Notes on non-nominal systems: N/A

ROVERS

Spirit rover used: No

Hours: (before EVA)

Beginning charge: (Before EVA)

Ending charge: (On return from EVA, before recharging)

Currently charging:

Opportunity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging:

Curiosity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging:

Perseverance rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging:

General notes on rovers: None

Summary of Hab operations: put notes here

WATER USE: 32.675 gallons

Water (static tank): 438.905 gallons

Static tank pipe heater On

Static tank heater On

Toilet tank emptied: No

Summary of internet: Nothing to report

Summary of suits and radios: EVA radios were used for additional Communications/EVA training and scenario practice. All radios now charged.

Summary of GreenHab operations: put notes here

WATER USE: 0 gallons

Heater: On

Supplemental light: Off

Harvest: None

Summary of Science Dome operations: Guillaume continued work on his purple algae experiment. The team gathered in the Science Dome for final conversations about EVA/Radio protocols, then executed a few scenarios, practicing appropriate radio conversations and decision making within scenarios.

Dual split: Off

Summary of RAM operations: (Tools used, work done) Nothing to report

Summary of any observatory issues: Nothing to report

Summary of health and safety issues: Nothing to report

Questions, concerns and requests to Mission Support:

Crew 286 Operations Report 16-11-2023

SOL: 4

Name of person filing report: Donald "Duckie" Jacques

Non-nominal systems: None

Notes on non-nominal systems: N/A

ROVERS

Spirit rover used: No

Hours: (before EVA)

Beginning charge: (Before EVA)

Ending charge: (On return from EVA, before recharging)

Currently charging:

Opportunity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging:

Curiosity rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging:

Perseverance rover used: No

Hours:

Beginning charge:

Ending charge:

Currently charging:

General notes on rovers: Nothing to report

Summary of Hab operations:

WATER USE: 39.210 gallons

Water (static tank): 367.020 gallons

Static tank pipe heater On:

Static tank heater On

Toilet tank emptied: No

Summary of internet: put notes here

Summary of suits and radios: EVA 4 was successful, all suits and radios nominal

Summary of GreenHab operations: Watered at 11 am. I had intended to water again in the afternoon, but the arrival of guests, and other activities took the rest of the day.

WATER USE: 5 gallons

Heater: On

Supplemental light: Off

Harvest: None

Summary of Science Dome operations: put notes here

Dual split: Heat or AC, On or Off

Summary of RAM operations: (Tools used, work done) Mission Support provided materials for the fabrication of a pole to clean windows on the hab. The EVA Team reported the pole worked satisfactorily.

Summary of any observatory issues: none

Summary of health and safety issues: none

Questions, concerns and requests to Mission Support: none