| Acronym | Meaning |
| Q | Pitch Rate (Angular Rate) |
| FDS | Functional Design Specifications |
| CDMS | Command And Data Management Subsystem |
| OMRSD | Operational Maintenance Requirements And Specification |
| DIP | Designated Inspection Point |
| EDT | Explosive Device System |
| SRC | Sample Return Container |
| CCS | Complex Control Set |
| CCB | Change Control Board |
| ERTS | Earth Resources Technology Satellite |