| Acronym | Meaning |
| SSB | Single Sideband |
| CAL | Computer-aided Learning |
| BACH | Biosphere-atmosphere-chemistry |
| NPC | National Processing Centers |
| GAT | General Aviation Transponder |
| DST | Data Systems Test |
| PEACE | DOD Atoll-drilling Program For Coral Core Sample |
| AED | Atomic Emission Detector |
| PMEL | Pacific Marine Environment Laboratory |
| MAGSAT | Magnetic Field Satellite |