| Acronym | Meaning |
| SIM | Scientific Instrumentation Module |
| RCP | Right Circular Polarization |
| NCC | Nominal Corrective Combination (Maneuver) |
| STA | Structural Test Article |
| PA | Product Assurance |
| CVR | Configuration Verification Review |
| MSFC | George C. Marshall SPace Flight Center |
| ESRIN | European Space Research Institute |
| CCA | Communications Carrier Assembly |
| INV | Inverter |