| Acronym | Meaning |
| CSTC | Consolidated Satellite Test Center |
| HGA | High Gain Antenna |
| SSME | Space Shuttle Main Engine |
| CM | Central Meridian |
| SPAS | Space Pallet Satellite |
| IRAS | InfraRed Astronomical Satellite |
| HTVL | Horizontal Takeoff Vertical Landing |
| ZCG | Zeolite Crystal Growth |
| SPAN | Space Physics And Analysis Network |
| LDEF | Long Duration Exposure Facility |