| Acronym | Meaning |
| IOA | Input/Output Adapter |
| LEM | Launch Escape Monitor |
| LVDT | Linear Voltage Differential Transformer |
| CDRL | Contract Data Requirements List |
| CIS | Communications Interface System |
| RSD | Requirements And Specifications Document |
| SM | IASerial Multiplexer Interface Adapter |
| GIA | GPC Interface Adapter |
| MDCS | Maintenance Data Collection System |
| GCOS | General Computer Operational System |