| Acronym | Meaning |
| R/O | Read Outtmtread Only |
| IPS | Inlet Particle Separator |
| RVDT | Rotary Variable Differential Transformer (transducer) |
| RC | Recoverability Code |
| LVDT | Linear Variable Differential Transducer |
| FAD | Funding Authorization Document |
| PDR | Preliminary Design Review |
| ALWT | Advanced Lightweight Torpedo |
| ICS | Intercommunication Control System |
| YW | Water Barge (self-propelled)(tanker) |