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 - Experimental proof of concept and technology feasibility
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 evaluation through laboratory testing. Active research on manufacturing capabilities is conducted alongside defining main 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 a user operational environment using a broader technological infrastructure. Actual use is tested and confirmed. Preparatory procedures and tests for production launch are carried out in laboratory conditions; 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 - Prototype system demonstrated in relevant environment
At this stage, the product and manufacturing technology are fully ready for launch on a pilot line or pilot 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 with parallel operational organization of production (including marketing, logistics, manufacturing, etc.).
TRL7 - Pilot production demonstrated
Fully functional low-level production of the product, actual commercial product manufacturing. Final product is tested in 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 completed and qualified
At this stage, production schemes and the final version of the product 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 in operational environment
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 - Research conducted on paper
Once the main ideas are formulated, they are documented 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 operation with development team
Main technologies and business components are developed and checked for compatibility. Initial business plan is ready.
IRL5 - Opportunity for project support in design and development (no product, no profit)
Main technologies and business components are combined with real support schemes. The business plan is realistic but requires confirmation considering final product characteristics.
IRL6 - Opportunity 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 - Opportunity to support limited production, business team fully staffed (product and limited profit exist)
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 its sales markets.
Intellectual Property Rights
IPR1 - Technical solutions constitute know-how
IPR2 - Applications for industrial property protection documents are planned or submitted in Ukraine
IPR3 - Protection documents for industrial property objects in Ukraine are obtained and maintained
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 foreign country(ies)
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