| Acronym | Meaning |
| TPSE | Thermal Protection Subsystem Experiments |
| EGIL | Electrical |
| GCC | Ground Communications Coordinator |
| SDP | Site Data Processor |
| TDRS | Tracking And Data Relay Satellite |
| CPD | R Contractor's Preliminary Design Review |
| CAP | Computer Application Program |
| HEX | Heat Exchanger |
| C&T | Communications And Tracking |
| MP | Meteorology Panel |