word
Technology readiness level
tek-NOL-uh-jee RED-ee-nis LEV-ul
/tɛkˈnɒlədʒi ˈrɛdinɪs ˈlɛvəl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
technologyreadinesslevel
Dictionary meaning
A nine-point scale (TRL 1–9) developed by NASA and adopted globally to assess the maturity of a technology, from basic research principles (TRL 1) through demonstrated operation in a real-world environment (TRL 9).
Examples
- The government grant required applicants to have achieved at least TRL 4 before submitting a proposal.
Synonyms: TRL
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