The following lists include definitions for terms to be used in the respective field.
ESO
General Terms
Telescope
Term | Explanation | Author |
|---|---|---|
Nasmyth-platform | Platforms on both sides of the ELT with optical interface to the Nasmyth-train. | |
Instrument
Requirements
Components
Optical
Electrical
Software
Data Reduction
Precision and Accuracy
Auxiliary
This TRL list is taken from industry.
TRL | Definition | Comment |
|---|---|---|
1 | Basic principles observed and reported | |
2 | Technology concept formulated | |
3 | Experimental proof of concept | |
4 | Technology validated in lab | |
5 | Technology validated in relevant environment | → Observatory on the mountain |
6 | Technology demonstrated in relevant environment | |
7 | System prototype demonstration in operational environment | |
8 | System complete and qualified | |
9 | Actual system proven in operational environment |
ESO Technology Readiness Levels
ESO TRL are defined in the SoW, Appendix A: /wiki/spaces/GEN/pages/5702333 .
The table is based on the ECSS-E-AS-11C , which already contains a bit more details.
The ECSS in turn is based on ISO 16290:2013 (non-official version). This ISO standard contains some more detailed description, and also some examples, which might be useful to get an idea what is meant.
ECSS-E-AS-11C and ISO 16290:2013 can be found here: ownCloud link.