| Acronym | Meaning |
 | QSO | Quasi-stellar Object |
 | EUCREX | European Cirrus Research Experimetn |
 | SIBIZMIR | Siberian Institute Of Terrestrial Magnetism |
 | CAPE | Convection And Precipitation/Electrification Experiment |
 | FODDAS | Four-Dimensional Data Assimilation Study |
 | WINDEX | Winter Doppler Experiment |
 | ESDD | Earth Science Data Directory |
 | PRECP | Processing Of Emissions By Clouds And Precipitation |
 | GFP | Government Furnished Property |
 | ATV | Ariane Transfer Vehicle |