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Definition

Controlled Unclassified Information

CUI

Information that requires safeguarding or dissemination controls per law, regulation, or government-wide policy, but is not classified. Common in defense and government space programs.

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Critical Design ReviewCDR

A phase gate review that evaluates the detailed design to ensure it satisfies the requirements and can proceed to fabric...

Delta-VΔV

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