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Log Book for Mar 30, 2002 Message Files and Reports Received: MDRS Log Book - Judith Lapierre Commander's Report - Judith Lapierre Engineering Report - Jennifer Knowles & Matt Lowry EVA 52 Report - Shannon Rupert; Cmdr. Data Files Received: Matt teaches Jennifer the rules of Martian Chess prior to his departure to Green River (Earth). Judith and Jennifer preparing Aonia's signage. Jennifer showing off her handiwork. Introducing "Aonia," named for Aonia Terra in the southern highlands of Mars, the first simulation pressurized rover used in the field at MDRS. The official designation is PEV-1 for Pressurized Exploration Vehicle-1. Shannon takes a picture with Aonia waiting patiently. Shannon and Andrew prepare to take the PEV, Aonia, on her maiden voyage, a half sim EVA (Health and Safety Officer Jennifer came along off sim for emergency assistance). Aonia in action. Andrew and Shannon lift the Mars flag to reveal Aonia's appropriate license plate number. Our fully suited Mars explorers prepare to embark on an EVA in Aonia. Aonia hits the trail. Interior cabin of Aonia. EVA Pilot Andrew on the left with Shannon as Commander on the right. Another view of Aonia, unoccupied. Team begins pedestrian phase of EVA at Tank Wash. Andrew and Shannon retrieve supplies from Aonia's rear hatch.