| Acronym | Meaning |
| TDRS | Tracking And Data Relay Satellite |
| FPD | Flight Projects Directorate |
| STSDAS | Space Telescope Science Data Analysis System |
| LAGEOS | Laser Geodynamics Satellite |
| DAC | Delayed Action Command |
| VAB | Vehicle Assembly Building |
| ESRIN | European Space Research Institute |
| AMOS | Air Force Maui Optical System |
| DSSC | Deep Space Station Complex |
| ACRIM | ACR Irradiance Monitor |