Using Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) in UAS development
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https://doi.org/10.53477/2284-9378-24-30Keywords:
technology readiness levels;, TRL;, technological development; UAS.Abstract
In the dynamic world of aeronautical technology, the development of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) is an area of continuous expansion and innovation. Technological progress in this sector can be measured by the Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) Scale, which provides a standardized framework for assessing the technological maturity of a product or system. The TRL scale is widely used in industry and research to guide the systematic development of new technologies from concept and initial research to operational implementation and commercialization. This scale can also be successfully used in the research, development, and deployment of an uncrewed aircraft system.
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