| Acronym | Meaning |
| STEM | Scanning-transmission Electron Microscope |
| MCC | Mission Control Center |
| DODCI | Department Of Defense Computer Institute |
| TDM | Three-dimensional Time-varying Mesoscale Model |
| APM | Axial Power Monitor |
| FOV | Field Of View |
| AARC | Alliance For Acid Rain Control |
| NOAA | National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration |
| TREM | Tropical Rainfall Explorer Mission |
| IIOE | International Indian Ocean Expedition |