Field Science (Exploration) = Trade between Productivity, Cost , Safety.

1. Field Science in Extreme EnvironmentsThink Integrated Field Exploration System, Not Just Boots on the Ground Field Science (Exploration)= Trade between Productivity, Cost, Safety. “Boots on the Ground” works on most of Earth, but it’s NOT the requirement. Field Science Requires Sensing + Mobility + Dexterity, not Boots on Ground. In Extreme Environments: Robotic Vehicles are a good solution. (Note: Sample Return is also critical). When Humans Go, Piloted Vehicles offer Mobility + Habitat + In-Situ Analysis. Ex: ATVs, Humvees, Helicopters, Submersibles, MMSEV, etc. Human-Vehicle-MissionSupport Combo = Integrated Field Exploration System. In-Space Telepresence: Extend Productivity + Reduce Cost + Ensure Safety of Integrated Field Exploration Systems. • Humans on Phobos or Deimos • IFES: Crew + Habitat in Mars Orbit + Earth • Real-TIme Ops of Short-lived Mars Aircraft • + Planetary Protection. • Northwest Passage Drive Expedition IFES: Crew + Humvee + Mission Support Real-Time Scouting Needed for Science & Safety. Pascal Lee – Mars Institute & SETI Institute