weapon maturity, page-4

From public announcements about delivering the MPM.

Metal Storm MPM-NLWS:

TRL 7: System prototype demonstration in an operational environment

Represents a major step up from TRL 6, requiring the demonstration of an actual system prototype in an operational environment, such as in an aircraft, vehicle or space. Examples include testing the prototype in a test bed aircraft.

-> Considering the fact the USMC is now evaluating the system, I would say its on its way;

TRL 8: Actual system completed and 'flight qualified' through test and demonstration

Technology has been proven to work in its final form and under expected conditions. In almost all cases, this TRL represents the end of true system development.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technology_readiness_level

-> IF the Metal Storm MPM-NLWS is then selected as the unit to go into production;

In the first spiral, the MPM-NLWS will be mounted onto the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) and Navy surface water vessels through an evolutionary acquisition process.

The MPM-NLWS is designed to operate in all environments and is particularly well suited for asymmetric warfare, urban environments, maritime security, homeland defense, and decisive combat engagements. ('Force Protection')

http://jnlwp.defense.gov/developing_capabilities/MPM_NLWS.html

Regarding MAUL.

Hard to pin it down on the TRL scale imo. If Colt start manufacturing it, what TRL is this? Or, what if PNG prison guards are using it next yr?

Remember TRL is a guide to show the level of product development to other people. It doesn't say, TRL 8 means you must start buying this now.