Technology Readiness Level

First developed by NASA in the 1970s, TRL is a standardized scale for assessing the maturity of a given technology. Evaluation and progression through the scale enables consistent and uniform discussion and drives decision making across different domains.

Scientific Research

1 - Basic principles

2 - Technology concept formulated

3 - Experimental proof of concept

4 - Technology validated in the lab

5 Component validation

6 System validation

7 System demonstration

8 System complete & qualified

9 Deployment