| Acronym | Meaning |
| VSM | Vertical Slab Model |
| I/O | Input/output |
| ODR | Onboard Data Router |
| MOS | Marine Observation Satellite |
| DRE | Defense Research And Engineering |
| WACCM | Whole Atmosphere Community Climate Model |
| SUSIM | Solar Ultraviolet Spectral Irradiance Monitor |
| MAPR | Multi-angle Profiling Radar |
| ACVC | Arms Control Verification Committee |
| GCDIS | Global Change Data And Information System |