| Acronym | Meaning |
| ASH CAN | Project Ash Can |
| SSI | Strategic Simulation Initiative |
| MRN | Meteorological Rocket Network |
| MOM | MASnet Operations Monitor |
| AL | Aeronomy Laboratory |
| PC | Continuous Pulsations |
| APDF | Accelerator Performance Demonstration Facility |
| GWP | Global Warming Potential |
| GTF | Ground Test Facility |
| NSBF | National Scientific Balloon Facility |