TRL is defined by the European Commission.
Where a topic description refers to a TRL, the following definitions apply, unless otherwise specified:
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TRL 1 – basic principles observed
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TRL 2 – technology concept formulated
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TRL 3 – experimental proof of concept
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TRL 4 – technology validated in lab
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TRL 5 – technology validated in relevant environment (industrially relevant environment in the case of key enabling technologies)
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TRL 6 – technology demonstrated in relevant environment (industrially relevant environment in the case of key enabling technologies)
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TRL 7 – system prototype demonstration in operational environment
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TRL 8 – system complete and qualified
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TRL 9 – actual system proven in operational environment (competitive manufacturing in the case of key enabling technologies; or in space)
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