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TRL
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Definition
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| TRL-1 |
Basic principles observed and reported |
| TRL-2 |
Technology concept and/or application and/or methodology formulated |
| TRL-3 |
Critical function and/or characteristic concept proven through analytical and experimental means |
| TRL-4 |
Components validated in laboratory environment; methodology validated via table-top exercise |
| TRL-5 |
Components validated in relevant environment; methodology validated in advanced detailed exercise |
| TRL-6 |
System/subsystem model or prototype demonstrated in a relevant environment; methodology demonstrated in member utility on pilot basis |
| TRL-7 |
System prototype demonstrated in an operational environment; methodology demonstrated in member utility on initial operational basis |
| TRL-8 |
Actual system completed and qualified through test and demonstration; methodology demonstrated in member utility on full operational basis |
| TRL-9 |
Actual system proven through successful operations; methodology widely adopted throughout industry |
