| Acronym | Meaning |
| DRE | Defense Research And Engineering |
| SBUV | Solar Backscatter Ultrav Iolet |
| IUE | International Ultraviolet Explorer |
| MAPS | Measurement Of Air Pollution From Satellites |
| INTELSAT | International Telecommunications Satellite |
| MODCOMP | A Machine Manufactured By Modular Computer Systems Inc. |
| ICD | Interface Control Document |
| ARAC | Atmospheric Release Advisory Capability |
| NROSS | Naval Remote Ocean Sensing System |
| OPAL | Opacity Project At Livermore |