| Acronym | Meaning |
| EDO | Extended Duration Orbiter |
| CFPA | Center For Particle Astrophysics (Berkeley) |
| HLV | Heavy Lift Vehicle |
| AAS | American Astronomical Society |
| IOC | In-Orbit Checkout And Calibration |
| MMPO | Mission Management And Planning Office |
| BIMA | Berkeley Illinois Maryland Array |
| MSU | Microwave Sounding Unit |
| WD | White Dwarf |
| ACRV | Astronaut Crew Rescue Vehicle |