Technology Readiness Levels TRL
TRL1 - Basic principles observed
Fundamental scientific research is transformed into potential new basic principles that can be used in new technologies.
TRL2 - Technology concept formulated
Definition of potential applications of basic (technological) principles, including technological solutions. Basic production principles are also studied and possible markets are identified. A small research group is created to assess the technical feasibility of the project.
TRL3 - Analytical and experimental critical function and/or characteristic proof of concept
Based on previous study, actual research is conducted to evaluate the technical and market feasibility of the concept. This includes active R&D at the laboratory level and initial negotiations with potential customers. The research group continues to expand and preliminary market effectiveness assessment is performed.
TRL4 - Technology validated in lab
Integration of key technological components for preliminary performance evaluation through laboratory testing. Active research on production capabilities is carried out alongside defining basic production principles. Leading markets are checked to determine demand. The organization is ready to enter the expansion phase, conducting analysis of possible services and a full market analysis.
TRL5 - Technology validated in relevant environment
The system undergoes testing in the user's operational environment using a broader technological infrastructure. Actual use is tested and confirmed. Preparatory procedures and tests for production launch are performed in laboratory conditions; trial pilot products may be introduced to key markets. Initial steps are taken within the organization for further dissemination of pilot products and market entry.
TRL6 - Prototype system demonstrated in relevant environment
At this stage, the product and production technology are fully ready for launch on a pilot line or experimental industrial enterprise (low-level production). Evaluation and refinement of the product and production technology are conducted, including additional R&D. The product and production technology are tested in leading markets with parallel operational production organization (including marketing, logistics, manufacturing, etc.).
TRL7 - System prototype demonstration in operational environment
Fully functional low-level production of the product, actual commercial product manufacturing. Final product testing in leading markets and nearly completed organizational component (fully ready market promotion schemes and fully organized remaining production activities). The product is officially launched on initial trial markets.
TRL8 - Actual system completed and qualified through test and demonstration
At this stage, production schemes of the product and its final version are fully defined, and production organization and product promotion procedures are fully launched. Production is fully operational or the product is presented on most national and general markets.
TRL9 - Actual system proven in operational environment
Full production cycle launched, the product is distributed to new markets, minor product refinements create new versions. Technology and overall production volume are optimized through continuous implementation of innovative process ideas. The product is fully adapted to main markets.
Development Readiness Levels
IRL1 - Inventor or team with a dream
The lowest readiness level when intention turns into an idea using space systems, or space technologies transform into a commercial initiative.
IRL2 - Research conducted on paper
Once the main ideas are formulated, they are put on paper for study and analysis of commercial prospects.
IRL3 - Experimental confirmation of commercial prospects
Active research and development begins, including theoretical laboratory studies to confirm design properties in the market, competitiveness level, and technological solutions.
IRL4 - Opportunity for specialized program work with a development team
Main technologies and business components are developed and checked for compatibility. An initial business plan is ready.
IRL5 - Opportunity for project support of construction, development, and design (no product, no profit)
Main technologies and business components are combined with real support schemes. The business plan is realistic but requires confirmation considering the characteristics of the final product.
IRL6 - Opportunity to support development and design using market mechanisms (product exists, no profit)
Prototype system testing takes place in the appropriate environment. The business team is still incomplete and the idea is not ready for commercialization. A full business plan is ready, including marketing, management, technological, and financial aspects.
IRL7 - Opportunity to support limited production; business team fully staffed (product exists and limited profit)
The business can be launched in a limited format. The team is fully staffed.
IRL8 - Opportunity to transition to full-scale production and distribution (product exists and profit)
Technology operability is confirmed, and new production can support market expansion.
IRL9 - Fully established business with appropriate infrastructure and personnel (growing market)
Production process uses proposals including new technologies, and the business expands its markets.
Intellectual Property Rights
IPR1 - Technical solutions constitute know-how
IPR2 - Submission or filing of applications for industrial property protection documents in Ukraine is planned or has been done
IPR3 - Protection documents for industrial property objects in Ukraine have been obtained and are maintained in force
IPR4 - International patent application(s) filed (under PCT system, etc.) and application(s) filed for protection documents in foreign country(ies) under national procedure
IPR5 - Patent(s) for invention obtained and maintained in force in foreign country(ies)
