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
Identification 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 formed to assess the technical feasibility of the project.
TRL3 - Proof of concept and technology application evaluation
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 - Validation of prototype functionality in the laboratory
Integration of key technological components for preliminary performance evaluation through laboratory testing. Active research on manufacturing possibilities is conducted alongside defining main production principles. Leading markets are checked to determine demand. The organization is ready to enter the expansion phase, with analysis of possible services and a full market analysis underway.
TRL5 - Prototype testing in user operational 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 tests for production launch are performed in laboratory conditions, and trial pilot products may be introduced to main markets. Initial steps for further pilot product distribution and market entry are taken within the organization.
TRL6 - Release of pilot product including testing in user operational 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). Product and manufacturing technology evaluation and refinement are conducted, including additional R&D. Product and manufacturing technology are tested in leading markets alongside operational production organization (including marketing, logistics, manufacturing, etc.).
TRL7 - Demonstration of pilot low-level production
Fully functional low-level product manufacturing, actual commercial product production. Final product testing in leading markets and practically completed organizational component (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, product manufacturing schemes and the final version are fully defined, as well as fully launched production organization and product promotion procedures. Production is fully launched or the product is presented on most national and general markets.
TRL9 - Production fully 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 intention turns into an idea using space systems, or space technologies transform into a commercial initiative.
IRL2 - Conducting research 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 - Opportunity for specialized program work with development team
Main technologies and business components are developed and checked for compatibility. Initial business plan ready.
IRL5 - Opportunity for project support of design, development, and engineering (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 final product characteristics.
IRL6 - Opportunity for development and design support 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 - Opportunity for limited production support, 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 move 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 appropriate infrastructure and personnel (growing market)
Production process uses proposals including new technologies, and the business expands market reach.
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
IPR4 - International application(s) for patent(s) on invention(s) filed (under PCT system, etc.) and application(s) for protection documents filed in foreign country(ies) under national procedure
IPR5 - Patent(s) on invention(s) obtained and maintained in foreign country(ies)
