| Acronym | Meaning |
| EO-ICWG | Earth Observation International Coordination Working Group |
| TM | Team Member |
| EISA | Extended Industry Standard Architecture |
| IAHS | International Association Of Hydrological Sciences |
| VTR | Video Tape Recorder |
| C2F3CL3 | CFC-113 |
| BMDO | Ballistic Missile Defense Organization |
| VIS-UV | Visible/ultraviolet Spectrometer |
| SMG | Scientific And Management Group |
| BCWP | Budgeted Cost For Work Performed |