ORNL Analysis of Aluminum Specimen — AARO Record (2024)
Dr. Voss's Analysis
ORNL evaluated a metallic specimen submitted to AARO that was alleged to have anomalous properties. The specimen was reportedly recovered from private property in Ohio in the mid-1990s. After materials analysis, ORNL concluded the specimen, as received, is consistent with an ordinary aluminum alloy made for common applications. No extraordinary properties were identified. AARO published a supplement to the ORNL findings on its UAP Records page.
Overview
AARO contracted Oak Ridge National Laboratory to evaluate a metallic specimen reportedly recovered from private property in Ohio in the mid-1990s, allegedly possessing anomalous compositional and structural characteristics. ORNL assessed it as consistent with an ordinary aluminum alloy made for common applications.
Key Facts
- ◆Specimen allegedly recovered from private property in Ohio, mid-1990s
- ◆ORNL assessed specimen as consistent with ordinary aluminum alloy
- ◆No anomalous compositional or structural characteristics confirmed
- ◆AARO published the ORNL synopsis and its own supplement publicly
What Remains Unresolved
- ?What was the chain of custody for the specimen before submission?
- ?Were additional specimens from the same source submitted for testing?
- ?Does ORNL's assessment cover all alleged anomalous properties?
