| Acronym | Meaning |
| TDCIMS | Thermal Desorption Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometer |
| MAPS | Millions Of Actions Per Second |
| ICO | Initial Operating Capability |
| MSOCC | Multisatellite Operations Control Center |
| FPS | Field Project Services |
| SUSIM | Solar Ultraviolet Spectral Irradiance Monitor |
| SLED | Single Large Expensive Disk |
| AO | Administrative Order |
| ADS | Aircraft Data Systems |
| VAP | Voluntary Assistance Program |