Technology Readiness Levels TRL (Technology Readiness Level)
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 - Experimental proof of concept and technology application
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 preliminary market effectiveness assessment is performed.
TRL4 - Technology validated in lab
Integration of key technological components for preliminary performance assessment through laboratory testing. Active research on production capabilities is conducted 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 is tested in the user’s operational environment using a broader technological infrastructure. Actual use is tested and confirmed. Preparatory procedures and trials for production launch are performed in laboratory conditions; trial pilot products may be introduced to main markets. The organization takes initial steps for further dissemination of pilot products and market entry.
TRL6 - Prototype system demonstrated in operational 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). Product and production technology evaluation and refinement are carried out, including additional R&D. Product and production technology are tested on leading markets with parallel operational production organization (including marketing, logistics, manufacturing, etc.).
TRL7 - Pilot production demonstration at low level
Fully functional low-level product manufacturing, actual commercial product production. Final product is tested on leading markets and organizational components are practically completed (fully ready market promotion schemes and fully organized remaining production activities). The product is officially launched on initial trial markets.
TRL8 - Production fully verified, approved, and ready for launch
At this stage, production schemes and the final product version are fully defined, and production and product promotion procedures are fully launched. Production is fully operational or the product is presented on most national and general markets.
TRL9 - Full production launched and product competitive
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.
Development Readiness Levels
IRL1 - Inventor or team with a dream
The lowest readiness level, when intent 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 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. An initial business plan is ready.
IRL5 - Capability 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 - 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 can support market expansion.
IRL9 - Fully established business with corresponding 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 - Applications for industrial property protection documents are planned or submitted in Ukraine
IPR3 - Industrial property protection documents in Ukraine are obtained and maintained
IPR4 - International patent application(s) filed (e.g., under PCT system) and application(s) for protection documents filed in foreign country(ies) under national procedure
IPR5 - Patent(s) for invention obtained and maintained in foreign country(ies)
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