| Acronym | Meaning |
| MCBF | Mean Cycle Between Failures |
| SIG | Signal |
| SUTAGS | Shuttle Uplink Text And Graphics Scanner |
| FEM | Finite Element Method |
| PPF | Payload Processing Facility (USAF) |
| SHA | System Hazard Analysis |
| PGA | Programmable Gain Amplifier |
| SMDC | Shielded Mild Detonating Cord |
| DMIS | Data Management Information System |
| PFB | Pressure Fed Booster |