The practicality gap between theoretical concepts, or even lab prototypes, and commercially viable products is quite often a bridge too far. The root causes for such shortcomings may simply be that a new technology is not well suited for real-world environments or economic variables, such as cost, may be to blame. A limiting factor often overlooked in technology transfer programs is a lack of high-quality, accessible technical standards that are also definitive and relevant. Standards are essential for driving high-technology products to market that are reasonably priced for the consumer.