| Acronym | Meaning |
| GONG | Global Oscillations Network Group |
| UNEP | United Nations Environment Programme |
| GHRS | Goddard High Resolution Spectograph |
| S/N | Signal-to-noise Ratio |
| CAP | CGD Advisory Panel |
| KBPS | Kilobits (103) Per Second |
| RAPS | Real-Time Analysis And Prediction Of Storms |
| OEA | Office Of External Affairs |
| AORD | Astronaut Operations Requirements Document |
| FUN | FL-4 Uniform Network Project |