Physical

Category

ID

1.0

Theories that attribute UAP sightings to tangible, material objects or phenomena.

Theories that attribute UAP sightings to tangible, material objects or phenomena.

Theories that attribute UAP sightings to tangible, material objects or phenomena.

These theories propose that UAPs have a physical, real-world explanation, such as extraterrestrial spacecraft, advanced human-made technology, or natural phenomena.

Intradimensional

Intradimensional

Subcategory

ID

1.1

Theories suggesting that UAPs are manifestations or objects from dimensions or realms within our own physical reality.

Prosaic

ID

1.1.1

Theory

Theories suggesting that UAPs can be explained by ordinary, mundane, or conventional phenomena, objects, or processes, without invoking exotic or extraordinary explanations.

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Prosaic

ID

1.1.1

Theory

Theories suggesting that UAPs can be explained by ordinary, mundane, or conventional phenomena, objects, or processes, without invoking exotic or extraordinary explanations.

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Prosaic

ID

1.1.1

Theory

Theories suggesting that UAPs can be explained by ordinary, mundane, or conventional phenomena, objects, or processes, without invoking exotic or extraordinary explanations.

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Natural

ID

1.1.1.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs are manifestations of natural phenomena, such as atmospheric effects, celestial objects, or poorly understood geological processes.

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Natural

ID

1.1.1.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs are manifestations of natural phenomena, such as atmospheric effects, celestial objects, or poorly understood geological processes.

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Natural

ID

1.1.1.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs are manifestations of natural phenomena, such as atmospheric effects, celestial objects, or poorly understood geological processes.

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Optical Artifact / "Illusion"

ID

1.1.1.1.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that some UAP sightings can be explained by optical artifacts, illusions, or other visual phenomena that create misleading or misinterpreted images.

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Optical Artifact / "Illusion"

ID

1.1.1.1.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that some UAP sightings can be explained by optical artifacts, illusions, or other visual phenomena that create misleading or misinterpreted images.

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Optical Artifact / "Illusion"

ID

1.1.1.1.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that some UAP sightings can be explained by optical artifacts, illusions, or other visual phenomena that create misleading or misinterpreted images.

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Celestial

ID

1.1.1.1.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that certain UAP reports may be attributed to celestial objects or phenomena, such as planets, stars, comets, or meteors.

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Celestial

ID

1.1.1.1.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that certain UAP reports may be attributed to celestial objects or phenomena, such as planets, stars, comets, or meteors.

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Celestial

ID

1.1.1.1.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that certain UAP reports may be attributed to celestial objects or phenomena, such as planets, stars, comets, or meteors.

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Meteorological

ID

1.1.1.1.3

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAPs could be explained by meteorological phenomena, such as weather balloons, cloud formations, or atmospheric optical effects like mirages or light pillars.

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Meteorological

ID

1.1.1.1.3

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAPs could be explained by meteorological phenomena, such as weather balloons, cloud formations, or atmospheric optical effects like mirages or light pillars.

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Meteorological

ID

1.1.1.1.3

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAPs could be explained by meteorological phenomena, such as weather balloons, cloud formations, or atmospheric optical effects like mirages or light pillars.

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Geophysical

ID

1.1.1.1.4

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that some UAP sightings may be related to geophysical phenomena, such as earthquakes, volcanic activity, or other geological processes that can produce unusual aerial phenomena.

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Geophysical

ID

1.1.1.1.4

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that some UAP sightings may be related to geophysical phenomena, such as earthquakes, volcanic activity, or other geological processes that can produce unusual aerial phenomena.

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Geophysical

ID

1.1.1.1.4

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that some UAP sightings may be related to geophysical phenomena, such as earthquakes, volcanic activity, or other geological processes that can produce unusual aerial phenomena.

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Human

ID

1.1.1.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs are the result of any numnber of human activities, technologies, or creations, whether contemporary or historical.

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Human

ID

1.1.1.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs are the result of any numnber of human activities, technologies, or creations, whether contemporary or historical.

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Human

ID

1.1.1.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs are the result of any numnber of human activities, technologies, or creations, whether contemporary or historical.

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Governmental

ID

1.1.1.2.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAPs could be secret or classified projects, aircraft, or technologies developed and operated by national governments or military organizations.

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Governmental

ID

1.1.1.2.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAPs could be secret or classified projects, aircraft, or technologies developed and operated by national governments or military organizations.

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Governmental

ID

1.1.1.2.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAPs could be secret or classified projects, aircraft, or technologies developed and operated by national governments or military organizations.

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Extra-Governmental

ID

1.1.1.2.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that some UAPs may be associated with extra-governmental entities, such as intelligence agencies, black budget programs, or unacknowledged special access projects.

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Extra-Governmental

ID

1.1.1.2.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that some UAPs may be associated with extra-governmental entities, such as intelligence agencies, black budget programs, or unacknowledged special access projects.

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Extra-Governmental

ID

1.1.1.2.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that some UAPs may be associated with extra-governmental entities, such as intelligence agencies, black budget programs, or unacknowledged special access projects.

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Inter-governmental

ID

1.1.1.2.3

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAP phenomena could be related to collaborative or cooperative projects between different national governments or international organizations.

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Inter-governmental

ID

1.1.1.2.3

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAP phenomena could be related to collaborative or cooperative projects between different national governments or international organizations.

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Inter-governmental

ID

1.1.1.2.3

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAP phenomena could be related to collaborative or cooperative projects between different national governments or international organizations.

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Private / Commercial

ID

1.1.1.2.4

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that certain UAPs may be advanced technologies, vehicles, or artifacts developed by private companies, corporations, or commercial entities.

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Private / Commercial

ID

1.1.1.2.4

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that certain UAPs may be advanced technologies, vehicles, or artifacts developed by private companies, corporations, or commercial entities.

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Private / Commercial

ID

1.1.1.2.4

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that certain UAPs may be advanced technologies, vehicles, or artifacts developed by private companies, corporations, or commercial entities.

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Cryptoterrestrial (CTH)

ID

1.1.2

Theory

Theories proposing that UAPs are the products of hidden, ancient, or technologically advanced Earth-based civilizations or non-human entities residing on Earth, often in secluded or inaccessible locations.

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Cryptoterrestrial (CTH)

ID

1.1.2

Theory

Theories proposing that UAPs are the products of hidden, ancient, or technologically advanced Earth-based civilizations or non-human entities residing on Earth, often in secluded or inaccessible locations.

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Cryptoterrestrial (CTH)

ID

1.1.2

Theory

Theories proposing that UAPs are the products of hidden, ancient, or technologically advanced Earth-based civilizations or non-human entities residing on Earth, often in secluded or inaccessible locations.

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Ancient / Proto-Human Survival

ID

1.1.2.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may be associated with ancient or proto-human civilizations that have survived and evolved in hidden or isolated locations on Earth.

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Ancient / Proto-Human Survival

ID

1.1.2.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may be associated with ancient or proto-human civilizations that have survived and evolved in hidden or isolated locations on Earth.

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Ancient / Proto-Human Survival

ID

1.1.2.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may be associated with ancient or proto-human civilizations that have survived and evolved in hidden or isolated locations on Earth.

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Breakaway Civilization

ID

1.1.2.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could be the products of secretive, technologically advanced human civilizations that have "broken away" from mainstream society and operate in a clandestine manner.

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Breakaway Civilization

ID

1.1.2.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could be the products of secretive, technologically advanced human civilizations that have "broken away" from mainstream society and operate in a clandestine manner.

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Breakaway Civilization

ID

1.1.2.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could be the products of secretive, technologically advanced human civilizations that have "broken away" from mainstream society and operate in a clandestine manner.

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Cryptids / Humanoids

ID

1.1.2.3

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that some UAP sightings may be related to cryptids, unidentified humanoid creatures, or other mysterious beings that are the subject of folklore and cryptozoology.

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Cryptids / Humanoids

ID

1.1.2.3

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that some UAP sightings may be related to cryptids, unidentified humanoid creatures, or other mysterious beings that are the subject of folklore and cryptozoology.

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Cryptids / Humanoids

ID

1.1.2.3

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that some UAP sightings may be related to cryptids, unidentified humanoid creatures, or other mysterious beings that are the subject of folklore and cryptozoology.

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Stranded "Gods"

ID

1.1.2.4

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could be associated with ancient "gods," extraterrestrial beings, or advanced entities that have become stranded on Earth and continue to influence human culture and consciousness.

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Stranded "Gods"

ID

1.1.2.4

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could be associated with ancient "gods," extraterrestrial beings, or advanced entities that have become stranded on Earth and continue to influence human culture and consciousness.

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Stranded "Gods"

ID

1.1.2.4

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could be associated with ancient "gods," extraterrestrial beings, or advanced entities that have become stranded on Earth and continue to influence human culture and consciousness.

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Extraterrestrial (ETH)

ID

1.1.3

Theory

Theories suggesting that UAPs are spacecraft, probes, or manifestations of advanced extraterrestrial civilizations visiting Earth from other planets, star systems, or galaxies.

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Extraterrestrial (ETH)

ID

1.1.3

Theory

Theories suggesting that UAPs are spacecraft, probes, or manifestations of advanced extraterrestrial civilizations visiting Earth from other planets, star systems, or galaxies.

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Extraterrestrial (ETH)

ID

1.1.3

Theory

Theories suggesting that UAPs are spacecraft, probes, or manifestations of advanced extraterrestrial civilizations visiting Earth from other planets, star systems, or galaxies.

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Solar System

ID

1.1.3.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that some UAPs may originate from within our solar system, such as from other planets, moons, or asteroid belts.

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Solar System

ID

1.1.3.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that some UAPs may originate from within our solar system, such as from other planets, moons, or asteroid belts.

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Solar System

ID

1.1.3.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that some UAPs may originate from within our solar system, such as from other planets, moons, or asteroid belts.

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Interstellar

ID

1.1.3.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could be visitors or probes from other star systems within our galaxy, engaging in interstellar travel or exploration.

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Interstellar

ID

1.1.3.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could be visitors or probes from other star systems within our galaxy, engaging in interstellar travel or exploration.

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Interstellar

ID

1.1.3.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could be visitors or probes from other star systems within our galaxy, engaging in interstellar travel or exploration.

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Intergalactic

ID

1.1.3.3

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that some UAPs may have origins in other galaxies, implying advanced capabilities for intergalactic travel and communication.

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Intergalactic

ID

1.1.3.3

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that some UAPs may have origins in other galaxies, implying advanced capabilities for intergalactic travel and communication.

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Intergalactic

ID

1.1.3.3

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that some UAPs may have origins in other galaxies, implying advanced capabilities for intergalactic travel and communication.

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Unknown Region of our Space-Time

ID

1.1.3.4

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could originate from unknown or unexplored regions of our own space-time continuum, such as from the far future or distant past.

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Unknown Region of our Space-Time

ID

1.1.3.4

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could originate from unknown or unexplored regions of our own space-time continuum, such as from the far future or distant past.

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Unknown Region of our Space-Time

ID

1.1.3.4

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could originate from unknown or unexplored regions of our own space-time continuum, such as from the far future or distant past.

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Extradimensional

Extradimensional

Subcategory

ID

1.2

Theories proposing that UAPs originate from other dimensions, parallel universes, or realms beyond our physical reality.

> 3-D Entity From Hyperspace

ID

1.2.1

Theory

Theories proposing that UAPs are entities or objects originating from a higher-dimensional space (hyperspace) that can manifest in our perceivable three-dimensional reality.

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> 3-D Entity From Hyperspace

ID

1.2.1

Theory

Theories proposing that UAPs are entities or objects originating from a higher-dimensional space (hyperspace) that can manifest in our perceivable three-dimensional reality.

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> 3-D Entity From Hyperspace

ID

1.2.1

Theory

Theories proposing that UAPs are entities or objects originating from a higher-dimensional space (hyperspace) that can manifest in our perceivable three-dimensional reality.

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Compactified Dimensions

ID

1.2.1.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may come from compactified or hidden dimensions, as predicted by some theories in physics, such as string theory or Kaluza-Klein theory.

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Compactified Dimensions

ID

1.2.1.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may come from compactified or hidden dimensions, as predicted by some theories in physics, such as string theory or Kaluza-Klein theory.

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Compactified Dimensions

ID

1.2.1.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may come from compactified or hidden dimensions, as predicted by some theories in physics, such as string theory or Kaluza-Klein theory.

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Hyperspace "Bulk"

ID

1.2.1.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could originate from a higher-dimensional "bulk" or hyperspace, as proposed in some models of the universe, such as the Randall-Sundrum model.

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Hyperspace "Bulk"

ID

1.2.1.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could originate from a higher-dimensional "bulk" or hyperspace, as proposed in some models of the universe, such as the Randall-Sundrum model.

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Hyperspace "Bulk"

ID

1.2.1.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that UAPs could originate from a higher-dimensional "bulk" or hyperspace, as proposed in some models of the universe, such as the Randall-Sundrum model.

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Disconnected Hyperspace

ID

1.2.1.3

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may come from disconnected or topologically distinct regions of hyperspace, separate from our own space-time continuum.

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Disconnected Hyperspace

ID

1.2.1.3

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may come from disconnected or topologically distinct regions of hyperspace, separate from our own space-time continuum.

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Disconnected Hyperspace

ID

1.2.1.3

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may come from disconnected or topologically distinct regions of hyperspace, separate from our own space-time continuum.

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Hyper-D "Brane"

ID

1.2.2

Theory

Theories based on the concept of branes (short for "membranes") from string theory, suggesting that UAPs are manifestations or objects from higher-dimensional branes interacting with our own three-dimensional brane.

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Hyper-D "Brane"

ID

1.2.2

Theory

Theories based on the concept of branes (short for "membranes") from string theory, suggesting that UAPs are manifestations or objects from higher-dimensional branes interacting with our own three-dimensional brane.

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Hyper-D "Brane"

ID

1.2.2

Theory

Theories based on the concept of branes (short for "membranes") from string theory, suggesting that UAPs are manifestations or objects from higher-dimensional branes interacting with our own three-dimensional brane.

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Projection / "Shadow"

ID

1.2.2.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that some UAP phenomena could be projections, shadows, or lower-dimensional manifestations of higher-dimensional entities or objects.

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Projection / "Shadow"

ID

1.2.2.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that some UAP phenomena could be projections, shadows, or lower-dimensional manifestations of higher-dimensional entities or objects.

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Projection / "Shadow"

ID

1.2.2.1

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories suggesting that some UAP phenomena could be projections, shadows, or lower-dimensional manifestations of higher-dimensional entities or objects.

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0-to-2 Dimensional

ID

1.2.2.1.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that UAPs interpreted as hyperdimensional "brane" phenomena may manifest as projections or shadows in lower dimensions, such as point-like particles, one-dimensional strings, or two-dimensional membranes.

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0-to-2 Dimensional

ID

1.2.2.1.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that UAPs interpreted as hyperdimensional "brane" phenomena may manifest as projections or shadows in lower dimensions, such as point-like particles, one-dimensional strings, or two-dimensional membranes.

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0-to-2 Dimensional

ID

1.2.2.1.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that UAPs interpreted as hyperdimensional "brane" phenomena may manifest as projections or shadows in lower dimensions, such as point-like particles, one-dimensional strings, or two-dimensional membranes.

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3-Dimensional

ID

1.2.2.1.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAP encounters with hyperdimensional "branes" could involve three-dimensional projections or shadows that appear as solid, physical objects within our familiar spatial dimensions.

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3-Dimensional

ID

1.2.2.1.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAP encounters with hyperdimensional "branes" could involve three-dimensional projections or shadows that appear as solid, physical objects within our familiar spatial dimensions.

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3-Dimensional

ID

1.2.2.1.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that UAP encounters with hyperdimensional "branes" could involve three-dimensional projections or shadows that appear as solid, physical objects within our familiar spatial dimensions.

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Fractal Dimensional

ID

1.2.2.1.3

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that UAP experiences related to hyperdimensional "branes" may involve fractal or non-integer dimensional projections or shadows, displaying self-similarity and complex geometric patterns across different scales of observation.

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Fractal Dimensional

ID

1.2.2.1.3

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that UAP experiences related to hyperdimensional "branes" may involve fractal or non-integer dimensional projections or shadows, displaying self-similarity and complex geometric patterns across different scales of observation.

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Fractal Dimensional

ID

1.2.2.1.3

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that UAP experiences related to hyperdimensional "branes" may involve fractal or non-integer dimensional projections or shadows, displaying self-similarity and complex geometric patterns across different scales of observation.

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≤ 3-D "Avatar"

ID

1.2.2.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may be three-dimensional or lower-dimensional "avatars" or representations of higher-dimensional beings or intelligences.

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≤ 3-D "Avatar"

ID

1.2.2.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may be three-dimensional or lower-dimensional "avatars" or representations of higher-dimensional beings or intelligences.

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≤ 3-D "Avatar"

ID

1.2.2.2

Sub-Theory

Sub-theories proposing that UAPs may be three-dimensional or lower-dimensional "avatars" or representations of higher-dimensional beings or intelligences.

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Hologram / "Telepresence"

ID

1.2.2.2.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that some UAPs could be holographic projections or "telepresence" technologies, allowing for the remote viewing or interaction with distant environments or entities.

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Hologram / "Telepresence"

ID

1.2.2.2.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that some UAPs could be holographic projections or "telepresence" technologies, allowing for the remote viewing or interaction with distant environments or entities.

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Hologram / "Telepresence"

ID

1.2.2.2.1

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories proposing that some UAPs could be holographic projections or "telepresence" technologies, allowing for the remote viewing or interaction with distant environments or entities.

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Automaton

ID

1.2.2.2.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that certain UAPs may be autonomous machines, robots, or self-replicating systems, operating independently or under the control of external intelligences.

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Automaton

ID

1.2.2.2.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that certain UAPs may be autonomous machines, robots, or self-replicating systems, operating independently or under the control of external intelligences.

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Automaton

ID

1.2.2.2.2

Micro-Theory

Micro-theories suggesting that certain UAPs may be autonomous machines, robots, or self-replicating systems, operating independently or under the control of external intelligences.