| Acronym | Meaning |
| MSID | Measurement Stimulation Identification |
| VGVT | Vertical Ground Vibration Test |
| ESRIN | European Space Research Institute |
| SCT | Scanning Telescope |
| MSS | Multispectral Scanner System |
| TDRS | Tracking And Data Relay Satellite |
| RTCE | Rotation/Translation Control Electronics |
| W/WMS | Water/Waste Management System (Subsystem) |
| MDA | Main Distribution Assembly |
| NMI | NASA Management Instruction |