<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Human behavior has generated a series of threats to human security throughout history, generating major violence at the time when it was doubled by an exaggerated religiosity. Religious fanaticism has manifested itself in all societies, regardless of their forms of organization. The consequences of the phenomenon deeply marked inter-human relationships, both within the community, but especially in communities that have other religions. The article shows the characteristics of religious fanaticism and the factors that cause people to adopt such a behavior of exacerbating religious zeal doubled into intolerance towards those of opponents, both of other faiths and those within their own confession.The issue is not generated by the religious phenomenon or religiosity that such sectarians or religious organizations and religious fanaticism have with some of the members of such religious entities. They are transformed into perfect soldiers because they respond to clergy ‘requests, even with the sacrifice of their own lives, without counting for these individuals, the feelings for their own family members or the duty to support them. In such situations the phenomenon mentioned can not be prevented until it is truly understood from the religious point of view. Therefore, particular attention must be paid to the motivations that lead some individuals to such behavior, as well as to the characteristics of such religious fanatics, and to the way they create risks to human security. In this article we will only address the religious fanaticism manifested by Christianity and Islam, because these are the ones that can have an impact at European and national level. To this end, we will look at some elements of religious fanaticism that indicate this kind of behavioral pattern. After that we will clarify and show the reader the connection between religious fanaticism, the behavior of the followers influenced by this phenomenon, and the inter-human relationships determined by this type of actors.</abstract>

“Mihai Viteazul” National Intelligence Academy

Security Risks Generated by Behavior of Religious Fanatics

<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The more advanced digital economy and society a country has the more exposed it is to cyber threats. Consequently, countries with advanced digital economy and digital infrastructure naturally need to pay more attention to protecting cyber space. Today it is a national security issue and it can no longer be argued that cyber security is its indispensable part. Accordingly, a national cyber security strategy has to be built on national security strategy. That is the main reason for using the word “cornerstone” in the title of this study. The relation between national security and national cyber security means a specific context, which is one of the subjects of our examination in this study. Today, most countries have a cyber security strategy. However, these strategies are mostly static documents that do not or only partially can handle the dynamism that characterizes cyberspace. This paper focuses on the key issues that are needed for developing a usable cyber security strategy.</abstract>

National Cyber Security as the Cornerstone of National Security

<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The article focuses on the current use of NATO’s logistics information systems in NATO’s defense planning and operational planning process in the logistics area. Information support is provided through NATO Logistics Functional Area Services (LOGFAS) Logistics Systems, which create the necessary information environment through individual software tools. In order to improve logistical information support, NATO is in parallel preparing for the modernization of the existing information environment and developing LOG FS project that should replace existing information systems in the future, optimize information support, bring new functions and enable logistics operations coordination within NATO’s integrated command and control network and between alliance and nations.</abstract>

Multinational Logistics Cooperation Centre

Application of the New Nato Logistics System

<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The purpose of this article is to discuss the current approach to determining the amount and composition of ammunition stocks, including the strengths and weaknesses of individual practices within North Atlantic Treaty Organization and its selected member states. The starting points of this article are the practical findings in the preparation of NATO and EU battlegroups, including real foreign operations. The individual methods were analyzed with a partial use of SWOT analysis, with a main focus on the strengths and weaknesses of the inventory process. There were found discrepancies between the general principle of individual methods and their practical application. A major drawback is that the principle for calculating inventory needs for combat activities is yet unestablished, where the internal regulation does provide for 120 SDOS and the introduction of some coefficients. However, doing so without establishing the principle of creating its amount. The article offers possible solutions to increase the efficiency of inventory generation in order to achieve greater objectivity in the planning process of operations management and crisis management, including self-provision of ammunition stockpiles.</abstract>

Assessment of Effective Ammunition Stock Levels

<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Traditionally, foreign language classes provide a systematic presentation and acquisition of knowledge and skills under the guidance and monitoring of a teacher. However, language is unquestionably related to culture. Being competent in a foreign language requires not only possessing the linguistic competence, but also understanding the culture that has defined and shaped it. The process of learning a foreign language involves an awareness of the culture of the target language, as well as the way it relates to one’s own culture. This paper aims, first, to deal with major issues in the foreign language classes related to creating the conditions for students to acquire and develop the skills necessary to cope with the difficulties of the intercultural situations, and second, to determine the culture-related content areas and give practical tips for teachers to employ in preparing their students for the intercultural challenge. It also points to the important role of teachers in conceiving and producing the teaching-learning resources that will enable students to gain the relevant cultural background knowledge and skills, as well as to the benefits of using culture-focused activities along with the grammar-based tasks.</abstract>

“Nicolae Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy

Developing the Cadets’ Communication Competence from an Intercultural Perspective

<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Operating in probably the most crowded radio frequency bandwidth, the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi is still common in the majority of living environments. Besides having to face problems regarding co-channel and adjacent channel influence, Wi-Fi often coexists with other radio technologies operating in this bandwidth which makes it ideal for interference testing.In this article authors propose the use of freely available mobile applications to measure Wi-Fi signal spreading within a residential home as well as to quantify Wi-Fi performance in the presence of some commonly available interferers. A complete analysis of spectrum use is also provided by using a spectrum analyzer. We have found that Wi-Fi throughput degradation due to Bluetooth technology operated in the immediate vicinity of a mobile client is on average 26,5 % and decreases with distance from the Wi-Fi client. The presence of an active video baby monitor leads to a 7,5 % throughput degradation, but its functionality in heavy Wi-Fi traffic environment is however limited. The use of spectrograms in interference analysis is essential for a better understanding of the measured results.</abstract>

“Decebal” Training Center for Communication and IT

Non Wi-Fi Devices Interference Testing in a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Home

<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Unmanned aerial vehicles are famous for their wide range of applications. In D3 (Dirty-Dull-Dangerous) UAV applications flight conditions may vary on large scale. External disturbances like atmospheric turbulences and gusts may be subjected to UAV, and as a result, UAV flight mission might be conducted with high level of the degradation of the accuracy. Sensor noises are also present, and theirs negligence might lead to improper dynamic performances of the closed loop control systems. Uncertainties of the control systems being structured or unstructured may tend the closed loop control system to stability bounds. In worst case, uncertainties may destabilize closed loop control systems. The purpose of the author is to present a robust controller design method called H2-optimal design ensuring stability of the closed loop control systems with simultaneous dynamic performances predefined for the closed loop control system.</abstract>

Robust Control System Design for Small UAV Using H2-Optimization

<abstract xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">In the military system, the simulation represents the most important tool to support training because it can be efficiently used from the tactical level up to the strategic level. For individual training the costs of using real or virtual simulation systems are not justified, but when it comes to the headquarters training, running a live exercise is extremely expensive. Nevertheless, the units, headquarters, general staff and Multinational Division South-East Headquarters need to be trained in both national and NATO exercises. Taking those facts into consideration, computer assisted exercises proved to be the best solution for training all the cycles within a headquarters that support the decision making process. In the last years, among all those processes, a particular interest was shown for the functional area services interoperability during NATO computer assisted exercises.</abstract>

Constructive Simulation Programs and NATO Functional Area Services Applied in Computer Assisted Exercises

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