| Acronym | Meaning |
| AACR | Angle-American Cataloging Rules |
| MP | Melting Point |
| I/O | Input/output |
| ASRL | Atmospheric Science Research Laboratory |
| ADC | Affiliated Data Center |
| MPR | Advanced Microwave Precipitation Radiometer |
| FEOSH | Federal Employee Occupational Safety And Health |
| AIRS | Atmospheric Infrared Sounder |
| APS | Axial Power Shape |
| TRACON | Terminal Radar Control |