As a pre-competitive research organization, USABC focuses its development efforts on technical readiness levels (TRL) ranging from TRL 4-TRL7. This requires validation of technology feasibility at various milestones.

The USABC Test Manuals provided below serve a dual purpose:

• For RFPI Proposal Submissions: Developers must have relevant demonstration hardware and test results available for USABC inspection to support the feasibility of their technology. While the test procedures outlined in these manuals are preferred, they are not mandatory at this stage.
• During a Development Program: Developers are required to submit test results aligned with their development timing plans. In this phase, any testing required must be done in accordance with the relevant USABC test procedures and must be followed throughout the duration of the project.