| Acronym | Meaning |
| YFN | Covered Lighter (non Self-propelled) |
| MUTE | Multiplex Unit For Transmission Elimination |
| QDM | Quantitative Debris Monitor |
| ESM | Electronic Support (surveillance) Measures |
| CI | Configuration Item |
| CSSR | Cost/schedule Status Report |
| XFMR | Transformer |
| RMP | Risk Management Plan |
| DTRC | David Taylor Research Center |
| DCASMA | Defense Contratcts Administration Systems Agency |