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Psychometric Evaluation of The Romanian Version of The Irrational Procrastination Scale in a Military Student Population
Authors: Macovei Crenguţa Mihaela 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The present paper examines the psychometric properties of the Romanian version of the Irrational Procrastination Scale (IPS). The Principal Component Analysis for IPS revealed a two factors structure, but the second factor is loaded by an item that refers to postponing tasks and another item that actually expresses the opposite behavior. We therefore conclude that IPS is in fact a one-dimensional construct, as the author of the scale suggested. The IPS has good reliability. The correlation matrix indicated that the procrastination scale did correlate weakly with measures of selfefficiency and relf-regulation but it was higly correlated with factor H, factor O and global scale Q4 from Cattell’s 16 PF personality questionnaire. As a conclusion, the Romanian translation of the Irrational Procrastination Scale is a general measure of procrastination as irrational delay which can be successfully used in student populations.
Upon Bulk Cavitation Appearing in Underwater Explosions
Authors: Năstăsescu Vasile , Bârsan Ghiță 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
This paper presents some results of the author’s researching in connection with SPH (smoothed particle hydrodynamics) method and underwater explosion numerical modelling. All about cavitation fundamentals are considered known and about cavitation effects upon the structures. The authors, deeply preoccupied in using of SPH method, as well in modelling of the underwater explosion effects upon structures, had to take into consideration the bulk cavitation. A main issue in this study was the knowing of the bulk cavitation domain and its characteristic parameters. Such researching was possible to be successfully carried out, only by using of the SPH method. Finally, the paper presents the relations and the working way for knowing of the bulk cavitation domain and also a numerical model using SPH method is presented. The numerical example regarding shape and dimensions of the bulk cavitation is presented together putting in evidence of some parameters which can make damages upon a structure that is in the bulk cavitation area.
Analyses of Face Recognition Rate Using Holistic Methods
Authors: Oancea Romana , Badea Dorel , Bârsan Raluca 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The paper focuses on the analysis of holistic facial recognition rates obtained by changing the parameters related to the number of components and the number of images for the same subject in the training set. It has been observed that, regardless of the method used, choosing a small number of samples for the training set does not lead to acceptable results. The recognition rate for using the PCA algorithm is directly influenced by the number of samples and by the size of the feature vector. Thus, if all the features were retained and the number of images in the training set was high, 95% rates were obtained. Similarly, in the case of the extraction of vectors of variable dimensions with DCT and the use of a neural network for classification, the obtained rates were not satisfactory for a small number of samples in the training set.
Aspects on the Influence of Starting the Own Services Consumers of an Energy Group with Unit of 330 MW on the Power Supply
Authors: Popescu Cristinel , Hațiegan Cornel , Racoceanu Cristinel , Bejinariu Andreea Cristina 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The elaborated paper had as support a study case on the monitoring of the supply voltage on a busbar system, which feeds the electric motors that enters into the configuration of the technological flow of electricity production of an energy group with a unitary power of 330 MW. In the start-up phase of the energy groups with a unitary power of 330 MW, the consumers of their own services are supplied with electricity by means of general service transformers interconnected to the National Energy System.
Cargo Securing During Transportation – Using Extreme Values
Authors: Vlkovský Martin , Rak Luděk , Taksás Balázs 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
This article analyses possibilities for securing cargo on selected military truck - middle cargo terrain Tatra T-810 DO AŠ. It presents a model of cargo securing using lashing straps, which is based on the minimum and maximum angle possible between lashing strap and horizontal plane where mounted. It compares inertial forces in the x-axis and y-axis, where the data source is in one case the basal variant of measured values of acceleration coefficients and in the second case normatively set values of acceleration coefficients. Both outputs - the size of the inertial forces in both axes are compared and a set of recommendations for cargo securing is formulated.
Cargo Securing and Accident Rate in the Army of the Czech Republic
Authors: Vlkovský Martin , Vlachová Hana 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The article analyses the evolution of the accident rate in terms of the Army of the Czech Republic during last 6 years (2010-2015) and examines selected causes of vehicle accidents. In the context of the comparison of selected methods of cargo securing an analysis of potential risks in cargo securing on trucks of the Army of the Czech Republic has been done. A simple model of cargo securing on selected truck was created for these purposes. The model takes into account values measured in the field in comparison to conventional transport performed on highway and 2nd class road. Statistical analysis of the evaluation values of the coefficients of acceleration, which serves as a data source of the presented model, is included.
Design and Performance Characteristics of New Female Bulletproof Vests
Authors: Lăzăroaie Claudiu , Zecheru Teodora , Lăzăroaie Mihaela , Toma Doina 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The new female bulletproof vest was designed with a superior female fit, this body armour providing a good balance between protection and comfort. One of the new issues in designing the female ballistic vest consists in taking into account the shape and bras size of Romanian female body, based on anthropometric survey using the 3D scanner technology. This bulletproof vest will provide comfort and mobility with the same or superior ballistic resistance properties versus standard body armour equipment. The ballistic performance parameters have been evaluated, in agreement with the international standards, in specialized laboratories of the Romanian MoD.
Maintenance System Research for Armored Vehicles in Peacekeeping Operation as Close Queueing System in Dynamic Regime
Authors: Lilov Iliyan , Georgiev Ivan 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The maintenance system for wheel vehicles of 4th infantry battalion from Iraqi stable forces is studied in this article as a close queuing system. The differential equations of the dynamic functioning of the system are derived and solved numerically. The results of the dynamic characteristics and loading of the system are analyzed and compared with the results in stationary regime.
Virtual Model of the Terrain – A Reality Available to Everyone
Authors: Moro Nicolae , Ilie Florin 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Planning warfare at the tactical level, establishing and choosing the best course of action involves among other things, a precise knowledge of the configuration of the field in the area of engagement, disposition natural and artificial planimetric elements (layout) and their influence on warfare. Classical sandbox or sand table, tree branches, stones and other materials will be replaced with land simulation methods which located in the virtual sphere with minimal hardware and software investment and which will generate a report outstanding results with extremely high efficiency
Selected Aspects of Vehicle Born Improvized Explosive Devices
Authors: Rak Luděk , Drozd Jan , Flasar Zdeněk 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The paper focuses on the analysis of the current highly dangerous tools of destruction, used mostly by insurgents and terrorists, especially in asymmetric warfare. Vehicles usually loaded with explosives (mostly homemade explosive), driven by suicide bombers are a significant threat to troops and the civilian population, not only in high risk areas. Analysis of the available incidents of this type, and available response to an incident mentioned in this article, it becomes the basic portfolio data for the design of effective elimination or at least reduction of the destructive effect, especially on soft targets.
Inspection possibilities of metallic material surface integrity by conventional ultrasonic technique
Authors: Koňár R. , Mičian M. , Fabian P. 
Published: July 2017

AbstractThe article is focused on the possibilities of ultrasound surfaces control on metallic materials by conventional ultrasonic techniques. Physical principles, types of ultrasonic waves to be used for surface control are described in the theoretical part. Three surface control techniques are listed in the experimental part of article. The first technique is a common control by angle ultrasonic probe with using transverse waves. The second technique is surface control by 30-70-70 creep waves and third techniques is surface testing by Rayleigh waves. Practical examples of ultrasonic testing for all techniques are illustrated. The conclusion of the article is devoted to the advantages and limitations of the individual testing methods.
EU cohesion policy as a requirement to voivodeship development pathways
Authors: Szlachta Jacek 
Published: July 2017

AbstractPoland joined the European Union on 1 May 2004. By 2007, this had resulted in Poland being the greatest beneficiary of the European cohesion policy due to its low per capita GDP by purchasing power parity at the voivodeship level. The scale of European Structural and Investment Funds brought the possibility for a fundamental acceleration of socio-economic growth in Polish regions. The European Union gradually modified the directions of intervention under the framework of the European cohesion policy, initially orienting this activity principally towards cohesion, but from 2010 directing it mainly towards competitiveness. Of particular significance was the Europe 2020 strategy (2010). In Poland its arrangements were deferred until the signing of the Partnership Agreement for the period 2014-2020, which established extensive support for innovation, competitiveness and the R&D sector. In the final part of the paper, conclusions and recommendations for regional policy are elaborated.
Staying on the old development path, but ‘smartly’ – a case study of Warmia and Masuria
Authors: Dziemianowicz Wojciech 
Published: July 2017

AbstractBetween 1989 and 2014, the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship (one of the poorest regions in the European Union) was subjected to a number of external stimuli. However, not only has its position in the ranking of provinces failed to improve - it has actually worsened. Despite this, positive adaptive changes have occurred in the region, although they are limited in scope. The attitude of peripheral regions towards external stimuli can be quite reactive, as seen in the case of Warmia and Masuria. It can be assumed that the province’s smart specialisations (water economics, high-quality food, and wood and furniture) will contribute to further quality in the economic structure of the region, but it will not necessarily improve its position in relation to other regions in Poland.
Ion exchange investigation for recovery of uranium from acidic pregnant leach solutions
Authors: Danko Bożena , Dybczyński Rajmund S. , Samczyński Zbigniew , Gajda Dorota , Herdzik-Koniecko Irena , Zakrzewska-Kołtuniewicz Grażyna , Chajduk Ewelina , Kulisa Krzysztof 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The article describes studies on the separation of uranium from acid pregnant leach solutions obtained from Polish uranium ores: dictyonema shales and sandstone rocks. Ion exchange chromatography was applied for uranium sorption, using commercially available, strongly basic anion exchanger, Dowex 1. In model experiments, the influence of degree of crosslinking of Dowex 1 on the efficiency of uranium extraction was investigated. The effect of H2SO4 concentration on the breakthrough curve of uranyl ions for the Dowex 1 resins, of different crosslinking: X4, X8 and X10, was examined. Unexpectedly high increase of exchange capacity of uranium was observed in case of Dowex 1X10. This gives potential opportunity of improving the effectiveness of uranium recovery process. Applying column packed with Dowex 1X10, ‘yellow cake’ with ca. 92% yield and high purity of recovered uranium was obtained. A block diagram of the procedure for uranium and lanthanides extraction from acidic leach liquor has been proposed.
Characterization of some modern scintillators recommended for use on large fusion facilities in γ-ray spectroscopy and tomographic measurements of γ-emission profiles
Authors: Sibczynski Pawel , Broslawski Andrzej , Gojska Aneta , Kiptily Vasili , Korolczuk Stefan , Kwiatkowski Roch , Mianowski Slawomir , Moszyński Marek , Rzadkiewicz Jacek , Swiderski Lukasz , Szydlowski Adam , Zychor Izabella 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
LaBr3:Ce,CeBr3 and GAGG:Ce scintillators were investigated and the determined characteristics were compared with those obtained for the well-known and widely used CsI:Tl and NaI:Tl crystals. All the detectors were of the same size of 10 × 10 × 5 mm3. The aim of this test study was to single out scintillation detectors most suitable for γ-ray spectrometry and γ-ray emission radial profile measurements in high-temperature plasma experiments. Decay time, energy resolution, non-proportionality and full energy peak detection efficiency ere measured for γ-ray energies up to 1770 keV. Due to their good energy resolution, short decay time and high detection efficiency for MeV gamma rays, LaBr3:Ce and CeBr3 scintillators are proposed as the best candidates for use especially under conditions of high count rates, which are expected in the forthcoming DT experiments.
Kinetic modelling of NO heterogeneous radiation-catalytic oxidation on the TiO2 surface in humid air under the electron beam irradiation
Authors: Nichipor Henrietta , Sun Yongxia , Chmielewski Andrzej G. 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Theoretical study of NOx removal from humid air by a hybrid system (catalyst combined with electron beam) was carried out. The purpose of this work is to study the possibility to decrease energy consumption for NOx removal. The kinetics of radiation catalytic oxidation of NO on the catalyst TiO2 surface under electron beam irradiation was elaborated. Program Scilab 5.3.0 was used for numerical simulations. Influential parameters such as inlet NO concentration, dose, gas fl ow rate, water concentration and catalyst contents that can affect NOx removal efficiency were studied. The results of calculation show that the removal efficiency of NOx might be increased by 8-16% with the presence of a catalyst in the gas irradiated field.
The Poet at the Teacher’s Desk: W.H. Auden on Education, Democracy and Humanity
Authors: Vít Ladislav 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
In the 1930s W.H. Auden taught at several public schools in Britain while simultaneously embarking on his poetic career. Later in life, he lectured at various educational institutions and returned to Oxford, his alma mater, in the 1950s as Oxford Professor of Poetry. His experience of teaching allowed Auden to reflect upon the pitfalls of Britain’s interwar educational system and its social function. Therefore, this article diverts attention from the prevailing scholarly focus on Auden’s poetry to his critical prose in order to examine the poet’s concerns about the content, purpose and role of education in society, his views on the structure of the educational system and disquiet about the tension between the utilitarian and humanistic dimensions of the educational process. At a more general level, the paper points out the relation that Auden maintained existed between education, democracy, art and the “crystallizing” power of poetry.
New Transatlantic African Writing: Translation, Transculturation and Diasporic Images in Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s The Thing Around Your Neck and Americanah
Authors: Murphy Elena Rodríguez 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Described as one of the leading voices of her generation, Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has become one of the many African authors who through their narratives have succeeded in challenging the literary canon both in Europe and North America while redefining African literature from the diaspora. Her specific use of the English language as well as transcultural writing strategies allow Adichie to skilfully represent what it means to live as a “translated being”. In her collection of short stories, The Thing Around Your Neck (2009), and her latest novel, Americanah (2013), which were greatly influenced by her own experiences as what she has referred to as “an inhabitant of the periphery”, Adichie depicts the way in which different Nigerian characters live in-between Nigeria and America. In this regard, her characters’ transatlantic journeys imply a constant movement between several languages and cultural backgrounds which result in cultural and linguistic translation.
A Corpus-Based Diachronic Study of a Change in the Use of Non-Finite Clauses in Written English
Authors: Malá Marcela 
Published: July 2017

AbstractOccasional notes in secondary literature suggest that there is a growing tendency to use non-finite clauses in written English. It is partly attributed to the fact that during the process of historical development the English finite verb has lost much of its dynamism and the nominal elements of predication, namely infinitives, participles and gerunds have gradually become semantically more important. This paper deals with the occurrences of non-finite clauses in the tagged Brown/Frown and LOB/F-LOB corpora, which are matching corpora of American English and British English respectively. The article looks at 1) the use of noun phrases followed by -ing participles, -ed participles and to-infinitives, 2) the use of -ing/-ed clauses with/without overt subordinators and 3) the occurrences of to-infinitive clauses. When the structural patterns 1), 2) and 3) were taken as wholes there was always an increase in the frequency of occurrence of non-finite clauses demonstrated by hundreds of examples in the Frown and F-LOB corpora. This may be considered significant since there is only a 30-year difference between the Brown/Frown and LOB/F-LOB corpora. The findings thus completely support the premise that when the perspective of the research is diachronic, in written English non-finite clauses are becoming increasingly prominent.
Analysis of the Relationship Between Training Experience and Visual Sensory Functions in Athletes from Different Sports
Authors: Lesiakowski Piotr , Lubiński Wojciech , Zwierko Teresa 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Introduction. Gaining insight into the mechanisms and scope of possible adaptations of visual functions to the conditions determined by the demands imposed by sports training seems to be very interesting not only from a cognitive point of view, but also with respect to the practical applications of the findings of such investigations in the training process. The aim of the study was to assess the function of early visual processing in athletes representing different sports disciplines with varying training experience. Material and methods. The study involved 95 athletes practising football (n = 24), volleyball (n = 22), boxing (n = 26), and rowing (n = 23). The bioelectric function of the visual pathway was assessed based on recordings of visual evoked potentials (VEPs). The regions which were stimulated were the peripheral and central areas of the retina. During the test, we recorded the amplitude (μV) and latency (ms) of the P100 component of the VEP waveform for both monocular stimulation (for the dominant and non-dominant eye) and binocular stimulation. Results. Lower VEP P100 amplitude values were found for the peripheral and central locations for monocular and binocular viewing in more experienced volleyball players and rowers (p < 0.05). In the case of boxers with greater training experience, a significantly lower (p < 0.05) amplitude of the VEP P100 wave was observed in the central location in the dominant eye. However, we did not find significant differences (p > 0.05) in intragroup variability in VEP P100 latency in relation to training experience in any of the sports disciplines examined. Conclusions. Training experience has an influence on the early stage of sensory processing with respect to neural activity. Training experience has been found to differentiate athletes in terms of the temporal parameters of the visual evoked potentials recorded in the current study only to a limited extent.
Barriers to Participation in Tourism in the Disabled
Authors: Kaganek Krzysztof , Ambroży Tadeusz , Mucha Dariusz , Jurczak Adam , Bornikowska Agata , Ostrowski Andrzej , Janiszewska Renata , Mucha Teresa 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
Introduction. Physical activity is critical to effective rehabilitation in people with disabilities and, consequently, is of high importance in their lives. However, participation of the disabled in physical activity, including tourism, is a much more complex issue than in the case in able-bodied individuals. Material and methods. This paper aims to fill the gap and familiarise the reader with barriers faced by the disabled who engage in tourism. The study group consisted of randomly selected 460 participants with certificates specifying the degree of their disability. The group included 55 (12%) individuals with visual impairments, 203 (44.1%) individuals with hearing impairments, and 202 (43.9%) individuals with locomotor system disabilities. Results. The data derived from interviews made with people with physical dysfunctions, designed with a view to achieving the aims of the study, were used to develop logistic regression models. Conclusions. On average, the greatest and smallest numbers of barriers were reported by individuals with severe disabilities and those who had large families, respectively. Younger disabled people most often complained about the equipment barriers to participation in tourism. Older respondents were mostly challenged with social barriers. Of all the determinants analysed in the study, the perception of barriers to participation in tourism most often depended on the subjects’ degree of disability.
Navigation Security Module with Real-Time Voice Command Recognition System
Authors: Yagimli Mustafa , Tezer Huseyin Kursat 
Published: July 2017

Abstract
The real-time voice command recognition system used for this study, aims to increase the situational awareness, therefore the safety of navigation, related especially to the close manoeuvres of warships, and the courses of commercial vessels in narrow waters. The developed system, the safety of navigation that has become especially important in precision manoeuvres, has become controllable with voice command recognition-based software. The system was observed to work with 90.6% accuracy using Mel Frequency Cepstral Coefficients (MFCC) and Dynamic Time Warping (DTW) parameters and with 85.5% accuracy using Linear Predictive Coding (LPC) and DTW parameters.