| Acronym | Meaning |
| DOE | Department Of Education |
| STSDAS | Space Telescope Science Data Analysis System |
| HIRDLS | High Resolution Dynamics Limb Sounder |
| DCX | Delta Clipper EXperimental |
| VAS | VISSR Atmospheric Sounder |
| CARA | Center For Astrophysical Research In Antarctica |
| PI | Principal Investigator |
| IAUC | IAU Circular |
| ASRM | Advanced Solid Rocket Motor |
| TEA | Torque Equilibrium Attitude |