Ecology and environmental protection

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 manufacturing 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 assess 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 a preliminary market effectiveness assessment is performed.

TRL4 - Component and/or breadboard validation in laboratory environment
Integration of key technological components for preliminary performance evaluation through laboratory testing. Active research on manufacturing capabilities is carried out alongside defining basic manufacturing principles. Leading markets are checked to determine demand. The organization is ready to enter the expansion phase, conducting an analysis of possible services and a full market analysis.

TRL5 - Validation of component and/or breadboard in relevant environment
The system is tested in a user 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, and trial experimental products may be introduced to main markets. Initial steps are taken within the organization for further dissemination of pilot products and market entry.

TRL6 - System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
At this stage, the product and manufacturing technology are fully ready for launch on a pilot line or experimental industrial enterprise (low-level production). Evaluation and refinement of the product and manufacturing technology are conducted, including additional R&D activities. Product and manufacturing technology are tested in leading markets with parallel operational organization of production (including marketing, logistics, manufacturing, etc.).

TRL7 - System prototype demonstration in an operational environment
Fully functional low-level product manufacturing, actual commercial product production. Final product testing on leading markets and practically completed organizational components (fully ready market promotion schemes, as well as fully organized other manufacturing activities). The product is officially launched on initial trial markets.

TRL8 - Actual system completed and qualified through test and demonstration
At this stage, the product manufacturing schemes and its final version are fully defined, as well as fully launched procedures for production organization and product promotion. Production is fully launched or the product is presented at most national and general markets.

TRL9 - Actual system proven through successful mission operations
Full production cycle launched, product 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.

IRL1 - Inventor or team with a dream
The lowest readiness level, when intent turns into an idea for using space systems, or space technologies are transformed into a commercial initiative.

IRL2 - Research performed on paper
Once the main ideas are formulated, they are laid out 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 - Capability for specialized program work with a development team
Main technologies and business components are developed and checked for compatibility. Initial business plan ready.

IRL5 - Capability for project support in 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 - Capability to support development and design using market mechanisms (product exists, no profit)
System prototype testing occurs in an 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 - Capability to support limited production, business team fully staffed (product exists and limited profit)
Business can be launched in a limited format. The team is fully staffed.

IRL8 - Capability to transition to full-scale production and distribution (product and profit exist)
Technology functionality is confirmed, and new production is capable of 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.

IPR1 - Technical solutions constitute know-how

IPR2 - Submission or filing of applications for industrial property protection documents in Ukraine is anticipated or has been done

IPR3 - Industrial property protection documents in Ukraine have been obtained and are maintained in force

IPR4 - International patent application(s) filed (under PCT system, etc.) and application(s) for protection documents filed in foreign country(ies) under national procedure

IPR5 - Patent(s) for invention obtained and maintained in force in foreign country(ies)