| Acronym | Meaning |
| APT | Automatic Picture Transmission |
| SSC'S | Sudden Storm Commencements |
| ETH | Eidgenossische Technische Hochschule |
| MOD (+/OR DSI | Ministry Of Defense |
| IBM RT | The IBM RISC Technology Computer System |
| ORCP | Ocean Ridge Crest Processes |
| IPT | Integrated Product Teams |
| DEWPOINT | Directed Energy Weapon Power Integration |
| APE | Action Plan Element |
| ISS | Integrated Sounding System |