Ad hoc committee overseen by Laboratory Assessments Board, appointed to provide biennial assessments of scientific, technical quality at Army Research Laboratory (ARL). Assessments include findings, recommendations related to quality of ARL's research, development, analysis programs. Primary role is provide peer assessment, but may offer advice on related matters when requested by ARL Director. ARLTAB provides interim report end of Year 1 of each 2-year assessment cycle and final report biennially. ARLTAB assisted by up to seven separately appointed panels that focus on portions of ARL program. Yearly, 3 additional panels may be appointed to assess special topics per ARL Director.