| Acronym | Meaning |
| SAM | Shuttle Attachment ManiPulator |
| IDC | IMBLMS Digital Computer |
| FSS | Field Spectrometer System |
| PRPS | Programming Requirements Process Specification |
| VO | Velocity Initial |
| MRL | Manipulator Retention Latch |
| PCL | Programming Check List |
| EMS | Electromagnetic Susceptibility |
| FCIT | First Computer Interface Tester |
| PAO | Public Affairs Office (Officer) |