| Acronym | Meaning |
| CDE | Common Desktop Environment |
| ERAB | Energy Research Advisory Board |
| DIS | Data Interface System |
| RMS | Root-mean-square |
| AWRDF | Advanced Weapons Radiochemical Diagnostics Facility |
| DCSL | Distributed CSL |
| STK | StorageTek |
| TOA | Top Of The Atmosphere |
| AD&D | Accidental Death And Dismemberment |
| M-ISWS | Illinois State Water Survey |