| Acronym | Meaning |
| FRSI | Flexible Reusable Surface Insulation |
| SLM | Sound Level Meter |
| DACBU | Data Acquisition And Control Buffer Unit |
| SPAH | Spacelab Payload Accommodations Handbook |
| SV | Shuttle Vehicle |
| SCD | Source Control Drawing |
| ST | Starter |
| BARB | Ballast Aerating Retrieval Boom |
| VIC | Visitors Information Center |
| EOC | Engine-out Capability |