| Acronym | Meaning |
| COMP | Computation Of Rendezvous Targeting |
| SP | Single Pole |
| RDA | Resident Data Area |
| SPIAP | Shuttle/Payload Integration Activities Plan |
| PSL | Pressure Seal |
| SMS | Separation Mechanism SubsYstem |
| PR | PositionRecord |
| SATO | Shuttle Attached Teleoperator |
| DDDL | Digital Data Downlink |
| SMDC | Shielded Mild Detonating Cord |