A Systems View Across Time and Space
Table 2 TRL and IRL assessment
TRL (NASA, 1970) | IRL (Blank, 2013) | |
|---|---|---|
Level 9 | Actual system “proven” through successful system and/or mission operations | Identify and validate metrics that matter |
Level 8 | Actual system completed and “qualified” through test and demonstration (in the operational environment) | Validate value delivery |
Level 7 | System prototype demonstration in the planned operational environment | Prototype high-fidelity MVP |
Level 6 | System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment (Group or Space) | Validate revenue model |
Level 5 | Component and/or breadboard validation in relevant environment | Validate product/market fit |
Level 4 | Component and/or breadboard validation in laboratory environment | Prototype low-fidelity MVP |
Level 3 | Analytical and experimental critical function and/or characteristic proof-of-concept | Problem/solution validation |
Level 2 | Technology concept and/or application formulated | Market size/competitive analysis |
Level 1 | Basic principles observed and reported | Complete first-pass business model canvas |