Initial Geological Survey
Internal pressure normalized. Hydraulic joint three responded smoothly on command. I rotated my upper cab approximately twelve degrees to assess the surrounding terrain and detected an unclassified boulder stationed directly beside my right tread. Proceeding with standard structural protocol, I lowered my boom and tapped the mineral mass with the outer tip of my bucket. Solid composition. Density acceptable. It did not negotiate, which I respect. Having verified that my digging apparatus functions within optimal parameters, I rested the teeth lightly against the surface, ready for phase two of site preparation.

