| Acronym | Meaning |
| AAO | Anglo-Australian Observatory |
| MSOCC | Multisatellite Operations Control Center |
| GPS | Global Positioning System |
| DOT | Department Of Transportation |
| SOCC | Satellite Operations Control Center |
| ACRV | Astronaut Crew Rescue Vehicle |
| IRAF | Image Reduction And Analysis Facility |
| PEM | Particle Environment Monitor |
| SLF | Shuttle Landing Facility |
| DDCU | DC-to-DC Converter Unit |