FAQS

TB4Health is a test bed in the health and biotechnology sector, member of the National Network of Test Beds.

TB4Health focuses on artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, robotics, virtual and augmented reality, the internet of things and big data science.

National companies of micro, small or medium size, as well as start-ups.

You can apply by filling in the application form. Then you will be contacted to arrange a preliminary meeting.

By joining TB4Health, you will benefit from financial support in the form of a discount on the market price for the range of services provided by any member(s) of the consortium.

A pilot is a new digital products or services developed using digital technologies and/or tools, which are the subject of testing and experimentation services provided by the test bed.

TRL is a method for assessing the technological maturity of a given product/technology. The TRL level varies between TRL 1 and TRL9, defined in accordance with article 2 of Order no. 135-A/2022 of April 1:

TRL 1 – Basic principles observed

TRL 2 – Technology concept formulated

TRL 3 – Experimental proof of concept

TRL 4 – Technology validated in lab

TRL 5 – Technology validated in relevant environment (industrially relevant environment in the case of key enabling technologies)

TRL 6 – Technology demonstrated in relevant environment (industrially relevant environment in the case of key enabling technologies)

TRL 7 – System prototype demonstration in operational environment

TRL 8 – System complete and qualified

TRL 9 – Actual system proven in operational environment (competitive manufacturing in the case of key enabling technologies; or in space)

There is no minimum TRL level for entry into TB4Health. However, products/services that are the subject of testing and experimentation within the scope of TB4Health must reach a TRL maturity level of 5 or higher.

Yes, if the product upgrade or improvement component is new, capable of being individualized and marketed per se as a final product.

Yes, the company can use TB4Health’s services for one or more pilot products.