| Acronym | Meaning |
| SCOR | Scientific Committee For Oceanographic Research |
| DBSS | Directed Balloon Sounding System |
| CAM | Constant Air Monitor |
| SCR | Selective Chopper Radiometer |
| ASASP | Active Scattering Aerosol Spectrometer |
| ERA | Energy Reorganization Act |
| AT | Antarctic Treaty |
| UID | User Identification |
| NESC | National Environmental Satellite Center |
| CDCR | Concept Design And Cost Review |