| Acronym | Meaning |
| KUSP | Ku-Band Signal Processor |
| MDF | Manipulator Development Facility |
| SW/PM | System Management/Performance Monitor |
| PSST | Periodic Significant Scheduled Tasks |
| DDP | Design Development Plan |
| DMS | Docking Mechanism System (Subsystem) |
| SF | Safety Factor |
| MFR | Manipulator Foot Restraint |
| IVA | Intravehicular Activity |
| COOP | Cooperative |