| Acronym | Meaning |
| ERS | Element Requirements Specification |
| BSD UNIX | Berkeley Software Distribution UNIX |
| ABAQUS | Finite-element Computer Code |
| NCRP | National Council On Radiation Protection And Measurement |
| HIRS | High Infrared Radiometer (or Radiation) Sounder |
| MOM | MASnet Operations Monitor |
| AIM | Adaptive Injection Molding |
| IASP | International Atmospheric Surveillance Program |
| OFAP | Observing Facilities Advisory Panel |
| JICC | Japanese ICC |