| Acronym | Meaning |
| OTHB | Over The Horizon Backscatter |
| AJ | Astronomical Journal |
| AGE | Auxiliary Ground Equipment |
| NTR | Nuclear Thermal Rocket(ry) |
| OSTP | Office Of Science And Technology Policy |
| NPOE | NPO Energiya |
| CFRP | Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic |
| DAO | Dominion Astrophysical Observatory |
| NORAD | NORth American Aerospace Defense |
| HLC | Heavy Lift Capability |