| Acronym | Meaning |
| GOST | Goals Objectives Strategies Tactics |
| LM | Large Model |
| ASCOT | Atmospheric Studies In Complex Terrain |
| GAPS | Billions (109) Of Actions Per Second |
| ROBIN | Falling Balloon Experiment |
| API | Axial Power Indicator |
| AU | Astronomical Unit |
| ALADIN | Atmospheric Laser Doppler Instrument |
| SEAC | (National Bureau Of) Standards Eastern Automatic Computer |
| ARIMP | Atmospheric Radiation Investigation And Measurements Project |