| Acronym | Meaning |
| CDSC | Communications Distribution And Switching Center |
| NC | Numerical Control |
| IDG | Integrated Drive Generator |
| SPMS | Special Purpose Manipulator System |
| O/B | Onboard |
| RHL | Residual Hazards List |
| SPICE | SPacelab Payload Integration And Coordination In |
| TRAJ | Trajectory |
| IDC | InterfaceDocumentControl |
| MSS | Multispectral Scanner System |