| Acronym | Meaning |
| TAGS | Text And Animation Graphics Server |
| BIT | Binary Digit |
| ILSS | Integrated Logistics Support System |
| BDSP | Basic Data Set Project |
| SICIMS | Selected Iron Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometry (or Spectrometer |
| AEM | Application Evaluation Matrix |
| C&C | Consultation And Cooperation Agreement |
| BOD | Board Of Directors |
| SCDUG | Scientific Computing Division Users Group Scelming |
| AFP | Approved Funding Program |