| Acronym | Meaning |
| EASDS | Earth Science And Applications Data System |
| AFOE | Advanced Fiber Optic Echelle |
| HP | Horse Power |
| IWGGCDM | International Working Group On Global Change And Data Management |
| SOARS | Significant Opportunities In Atmospheric Research And Science |
| HIRIS | High Resolution Imaging Spectrometer |
| RF | Radio Frequency |
| STEPS | Severe Thunderstorm Electrification And Precipitation Study |
| OC | Operational Capability |
| CARP | Colorado-Amudarya Rivers Project |