| Acronym | Meaning |
| ADSCEPTS | Advanced Self-contained Chemical Energy Propulsion |
| AOSP | Advanced Onboard Signal Processor |
| IOC | Inception Of Contract |
| VTPR | Vertical Temperature Profile Radiometer |
| HI | Human Interface |
| FEMA | Federal Emergency Management Agency |
| UNESCO | United Nations Educational |
| EDF/ DER | Electricit? De France/ Direccion Des Etudes Et Recherche |
| LSU | Louisiana State University |
| SEAD | Secretary Of Energy Advisory Board |