| Acronym | Meaning |
| SSC | Scientific Steering Committee |
| AES | Atmospheric Environment Service |
| OSTP | Office Of Science And Technology Policy |
| IBRD | International Bank For Reconstruction And Development |
| MR | Management Reserve |
| LAOL | Los Alamos Opacity Library |
| DRI | Desert Research Institute |
| AFP | Approved Financial/funding Plan |
| OSDPD | Office Of Space Data Processing And Distribution |
| AFCCN | Air Force Chief Scientist |