| Acronym | Meaning |
| IATO | Independent Acceptance Test Organization |
| ETIP | Experimental Technology Incentive Program |
| IRAC | Interdepartmental Radio Advisory Committee |
| DLT | Digital Linear Tape |
| DAIRS | Differential Absorption Infrared Sensor |
| AEGIS | Atmosphere Ecosystem Gas Interchange Study |
| UK AEA | United Kingdom Atmomic Energy Authority |
| KB/S | Kbits/s |
| EROS | Earth Resources Observation System |
| TMD | Thailand Meteorological Department |