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Lateral Social Influences in Organizations: Coworker Support
Authors: Macovei Crenguța Mihaela 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
The need for relationships is a fundamental human need that, together with the need for autonomy and competence, determines the level of efficiency and performance of the individual at work. Interpersonal relationships create the social climate at the workplace; it has a significant influence on the psychological comfort of the employees, supporting them in carrying out their tasks and protecting them from the possible harmful effects of multiple or excessive demands. The relationships with co-workers that can be classified into two large categories: coworker support and coworker antagonism. In this paper we present a set of fundamental information about coworker support which can manifest as instrumental support (informational or behavioral) or affective support. It can influence employee’s role perceptions, work attitudes and effectiveness, and organizational citizenship behaviors, but it can also induce negative phenomena such as counterproductive behaviors and certain forms of withdrawal. In modern organizations, coworker support can also manifest as a non-traditional form of mentoring based on “development networks” that are made up of sets of relationships with people who show interest and act so that an individual advance in his career, providing him with assistance in multiple and varied directions.
New Global Supply Chain Pressures Index. An Analysis of the Inflationary Changes Brought About by Global Supply Chains
Authors: Trif Robert-Cristian , DumitraȘcu Dănuț-Dumitru , Ranf Diana Elena 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
This paper aims to demonstrate the causal relationship between the new Global Supply Chain Pressure Index (GSCPI) and the inflationary movements occurring at the global level. The primary focus of this research is to identify patterns and correlations that emerge between these two economic indicators, thereby attempting to mitigate the effects of inflation by analysing indices directly related to global merchandise traffic. Therefore, the terms and concepts used are clarified in the first section within a broader framework, to underscore their relevance within the scope of the paper, as well as to facilitate their further exploration for a more profound comprehension of subsequent scientific and specialized references. The second section provides a brief overview of scientific works on this topic, which have served as the scientific foundation and have prompted us to undertake our study to contribute to the body of scientific knowledge on this relatively underexplored subject, given that the GSCPI is a concept that emerged only in May of the year 2022. Furthermore, in the second section, we conducted a bibliometric analysis to discern trends concerning global supply chains and global inflation, as well as the correlation between them. The result is to provide a deeper understanding of the novel concepts and the prospective utilization of GSCPI.
Daily Routine and Performance Analysis - Parallel Between Telework and Work from the Office
Authors: Țîrlea Anca Victoria , Kifor Claudiu Vasile , Dănuţ Raluca Elena , Nicolaescu Sergiu Ștefan , Săvescu Roxana Florența 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
In the field of teleworking research, there are still many gaps and unexplored topics, as it is no longer news that teleworking has seen significant growth in recent years. There are still many important aspects that need attention, starting from understanding how this working model will evolve in the long run to understanding what its effects will be on employees, employers, the quality of work performed and the economy as a whole. Many employees want workplace flexibility and the ability to work from home or remotely, and teleworking research can help them understand their requirements and preferences and develop appropriate policies. It is essential to understand whether teleworking affects employee productivity and performance, and this study can provide data to assess these aspects and identify factors contributing to their increase or decrease. Through this study, we aim to come up with new elements to help outline the image of the working days carried out by employees who perform their work tasks in telework, through a comparative analysis with the activity registered by a company that carries out the activity from the office.
Leadership Approaches from the Perspective of its Particularities in the Military Organization
Authors: Zamfirescu Cornel 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
The activity of a manager within an organization is influenced by their general and specialized knowledge as well as the skills necessary for organizing, leading, and guiding subordinates. The most important organizational resource is the human being. The consequences of wrong decisions made by military managers in peacetime cannot be as grave as those made during wartime. In war, we no longer speak of the quality of life of the personnel but particularly of their lives. Unlike civilian leaders, military leaders have the prerogatives to ask their subordinates to risk their lives if the situation demands it for the mission’s accomplishment. A manager must have the ability to work with people. They must also be aware of the problems that people face within the organization, get involved in solving these issues, empathize with them, and know what motivates them the most to encourage them to surpass themselves in the actions undertaken. When you take care of your soldiers, ensuring they are well dressed, equipped, fed, and cared for, you demonstrate good administrative skills. It is hard to imagine a good leader being a poorly prepared administrator or manager, even if this practice involves delegating competencies to subordinates. In this context, the concept of leader-manager is utilized.
Targeting Russian Oil Refineries
Authors: Bernhart Markus 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
In March 2024, Ukraine significantly intensified its assaults on Russian energy infrastructures, deploying a multitude of long-range drones to hit Russia’s largest refineries. This led to a temporary halt in production at several of these facilities. The primary objective of these assaults was to diminish Russia’s military capacity. On the other hand, these actions inflicted damage on the Russian economy. Targeting refineries and oil depots has emerged as a contentious issue. The classification of refineries and oil depots as military objectives is legally not precise. These facilities are seen as essential infrastructure for the nation’s economy and machinery of war. Targeting oil depots or works and installations containing dangerous forces during an international armed conflict could result in significant environmental damage, raising questions about the principles of military necessity, distinction and proportionality. An attack must not cause excessive incidental civilian damage relative to the concrete and direct military advantage anticipated. This essay will explore the legal issues regarding targeting refineries and oil depots and a comprehensive analysis of the situation within the framework of International Humanitarian Law.
Growth, Taxes and Guns: A Multifaceted Analysis of Military Expenditure Drivers
Authors: Dobranschi Marian , Pîrvuţ Valentin 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
This study aims to validate assumptions established by primary literature regarding the bidirectional causality between military spending and economic growth, and further develop the analysis of the main drivers of military expenditures in NATO countries. The empirical analysis is based on a sample of 30 NATO countries, with the main objective of investigating the role of other factors that might influence military spending. In addition to the common view that economic growth and population are the main drivers, we propose additional exogenous factors, such as fiscal policy determinants, that could play a key role in enhancing or reducing military spending. Our findings support the existence of a bi-directional causality between GDP and military spending. Additionally, we find that military expenditure is highly responsive to tax revenues collected for public coffers.
Identity Elements of the Romanian State in Constitutional Context
Authors: Drăghici Teodora Aurelia , Ilie Oana-Antonia 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
The issue of Romanian national identity has acquired new values in the context of modernity, of the integration into the EU and in the wider context of internationalization and globalization. National identity is defined by a nation’s own national features such as the language, culture, religion, traditions, customs, but also by aspects of material culture: the land, the state territory, the national heritage, the national costume, the architectural, artistic and literary creation. The national character of the Romanians results from the representations and myths rooted in the collective memory, it is inherited but also acquired, it is part of the line of a historical evolution, which gives it stability but at the same time results from the ways of action, the ways of life, the habitual activity of the Romanians, which gives it dynamism. The love for the country where we were born begins and grows in the family we belong to, as well as in the school we attend. Every nation on the face of the earth must have love for itself, but also for the other, and knowledge of the value of its own national characteristics. The more national you are the more room you make for diversity. Because the dialogue has always been based on differences, we must each identify with the roots of the nation.
“Terminator” Factor – AI Targeting Decision-Making and the Law
Authors: Guţan Sabin 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
The development of technologies based on artificial intelligence (AI) is a major leap of society towards a new era which, in theory, should be a progress for humanity. But there was no time to discern what are the possible advantages and areas in which AI could assist the development of human society, nor to carefully calculate the disadvantages and risks of its use, that we found ourselves in the midst of a raging arms race based on AI. This new technology is developing in two directions: one of assisting human decision in battle and another that receives its own decision in battle. If the first does not raise big problems, the decision-making belonging to the human factor, the second is a new element in human society and involves major risks for it. From the divine supreme right over life and death, we have gone through the regulation of the right to life and the abolition of the death penalty, and in a mad rush of development, we transcend to a world where a machine becomes “providence” through its ability to decide alone over the life and death of a human being. This article proposes a solution so that such devaluation of the human being never happens.
The Potential Effect of Video Games on Tourism in Romania. Case Study: Resident Evil Village
Authors: Vintilă Marian-Andrei , Merciu Florentina-Cristina 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Tourism induced by video games represents a new form of tourism that is emerging as an opportunity for economic development. Due to its particular characteristics, the tourism induced by video games stands out as an attractive form and related to a special category of tourists, namely those who are part of the gaming industry. The purpose of the study is focused on the identification and analysis of Romania’s tourist attractiveness elements, within the Resident Evil Village game based on a comparison between the frames presented in the game and frames from reality. At the same time, the development of the study also included the analysis of the evolution of tourism induced by video games by consulting the specialized literature. The main results of the study were highlighted by the identification of multiple elements and locations related to Transylvania within the video game, thus shaping an innovative touristic image of the historical province through the video game. Also, the potential effect of presenting these elements of cultural identity can stimulate tourist motivation.
Teaching Military Terminology by Means of Translations
Authors: Bîrsan Anca 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
The present paper focuses on a pedagogical perspective and underscores the importance of idioms and phrasal verbs in teaching military English. Therefore, it embraces an approach that helps consolidate learners’ language acquisition, with special emphasis on developing military vocabulary by means of thematic translation exercises. It is fundamental to note the positive correlation between developing fluency related to the usage of idioms and phrasal verbs and the students’ language proficiency. As a result, enhancing the mastery of such lexical items may be a prerequisite of military language acquisition. The approach aims to highlight the importance of accommodating translation studies in the field of military English in order to facilitate appropriate language progress and advocates the introduction of relevant, authentic materials to the teaching of military terminology. The paper highlights translation as an approach and it further identifies the main objectives of selecting translation as a beneficial method for military students. The next part outlines the three-level process of teaching methodology of presentation, practice and production. Finally, it provides a brief overview of the main features of translation and their difficulties and offers suggestions regarding thematic organisation and follow-up activities. The repertoire of activities ranges from lead-in tasks to familiarise the students with the particular style of military language and with the requirements to master the vocabulary through controlled practice and finally enables students to reach the level of free practice in meaningful contexts. These findings would seem to suggest that the several aims of the translation method may significantly contribute to the military students’ language progress. Translations involve the knowledge of functional language, followed by inferring meaning from the context, accompanied by correct usage of grammar structures and the achievement of stylistic effect.
Cultural Diversity Between Cross-Cultural Adjustment and Cultural Shock
Authors: Corlăteanu Aniela Ioana 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
The feeling of profound disorientation experienced by an individual when encountering a foreign culture is designated in the specialized literature as culture shock. It represents a traumatizing experience described by explorers and missionaries who arrived in places where completely unfamiliar languages were spoken and where customs and traditions were strange. But the acceptance into a new culture largely depends on the immigrant’s willingness and ability to communicate with members of the culture in accordance with their cultural norms and conventions. Acceptance is accelerated when the immigrant makes an effort to learn the local language and communicate regularly with the local people thus becomes familiar with their beliefs and cultural values.
Mastering Autonomy: The Power of Self-Regulated Learning in Higher Education
Authors: Dragomir Isabela-Anda , Niculescu Brândușa-Oana 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
In the dynamic landscape of higher education, self-regulated learning (SRL) emerges as a cornerstone for academic success and lifelong learning. This article examines the essential components of SRL, discussing the metacognitive, motivational, and behavioural dimensions that inform this holistic learning approach. By highlighting the critical importance of SRL, we shed light on its role in promoting deeper comprehension, fostering resilience in the face of academic challenges, and preparing students for the ever-evolving demands of the modern workforce. Furthermore, the article offers actionable strategies for educators and institutions to foster SRL among students. These encompass curricular interventions, technology-driven tools, feedback mechanisms, and creating a conducive learning environment. By embedding these strategies into the educational framework, higher education institutions can cultivate autonomous learners equipped with the skills to navigate the complex world of tomorrow.
The Role of Authentic Materials in EFL Education: Maximizing Student Engagement and Language Acquisition
Authors: Mitrulescu Corina Mariana , Negoescu Alina Gabriela 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
This paper attempts to explore the motivational effects that stem from the use of authentic materials in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning contexts. Additionally, it provides some suggestions with respect to how educators can frame materials to increase students’ understanding and subsequently keep up and improve their motivation. Authentic materials have nowadays become an important part of second language classes mainly because they provide semantic input to students and enable them to interact with a wide variety of information that allows them not only to find inspiration but also to become motivated learners. Foreign language teachers use a wide variety of authentic materials, from menus, leaflets and magazine articles to audio materials, such as recorded radio programs, TV shows and movies. There are many reasons why these materials are used, but EFL teachers mostly view them as a means to provide students with real-world language input that is able to motivate them.
Considerations on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Military Engineering Operations
Authors: Andrei Constantin , Bucăţa George 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Contemporary society is going through a period of deep transformations generated by the emergence and implementation of advanced technologies. Of all these, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands out as having the greatest potential to generate profound changes in postmodern society, with strong implications in most areas of social life, especially in military competition. War, a social phenomenon of major relevance to human communities, is no exception to this reality, and artificial intelligence (AI) represents a “potential game changer” in the field of leading and executing military actions, with the possibility of introducing significant adjustments in the principles, rules, methods and procedures of preparing and conducting military actions, at all levels - strategic, operational and tactical. At the same time, the rapid growth of the global population, together with the phenomenon of increased urbanization, makes the urban environment one of the main environments in which the military operations of the future will be carried out. The complexity and high degree of difficulty of such environments (multi-layering, reduced mobility and high vulnerability of forces) bring with them various challenges for engineering support operations. For this reason, adjustments are needed at the level of operations planning, endowment with autonomous systems and equipment, as well as at the level of the selection process, recruitment and training of human resources.
Technological Processes in the Production of Sustainable Aviation Fuels
Authors: Benkov Ivan 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Air transport expansion in recent decades has been continuous. The main aviation fuels used so far are mainly petroleum products, the annual consumption of which (2017) amounts to approximately 300 Mt. The gases emitted by the aviation industry (carbon dioxide CO2, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide) exert a powerful pressure on the environment. The development of the aviation industry will also provoke a growing demand for fuels, and the fuels used will deepen the environmental, social and economic effects. This necessitates the implementation of the concept of sustainability of aviation transport and the replacement of conventional with sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). In the coming years, the production of aviation biofuels will increase as part of the use of renewable energy and the development of the circular economy-bioeconomy. This report briefly presents the current status of developed and deployed bioreactive fuels in aviation; certified technologies; the potential raw materials that can be used and an assessment of the economic and environmental characteristics of biokerosenes. The report also indicates global initiatives and policies to promote the use of biofuels, as well as the commitments made by the airlines.
SEM/EDX and FTIR/ATR Behavior of Ammonium Perchlorate Under Accelerated Aging in a New Solid Rocket Motor Fuel Composition with Superior Explosive and Mechanical Performance
Authors: Marin Alexandru , Sandu Maria-Daniela , Iorga George-Ovidiu , Epure Gabriel , Moşteanu Dănuț 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
The oxidation potential of perchlorates is high, which makes this material suitable for fuels with high specific impulse. Perchlorates are characterized by a ClO4- moiety/anion in their molecular structure and are crystalline materials used in the formation of solid fuels. Ammonium perchlorate (AP) particle size and shape influence the manufacturing process of fuels and their burning rate. The physical and chemical processes that can occur in the natural degradation process of composite fuels are related to molecular reactions and diffusion phenomena governed by kinetic processes and can be accelerated by increasing the temperature.
The paper presents studies carried out by scanning electron microscopy and infrared spectrometry on the behavior of ammonium perchlorate in the new composite material of solid rocket motor fuel under the effect of high temperature, in the range of 65-85οC, at regular time intervals. The self-initiation temperature was also determined, with a temperature rise rate controlled at 5ºC/minute.
It is very likely that these accelerated aging studies will show the changes that occur in the stability, sensitivity, mechanical and functional properties of fuels during their lifetime.
Experimental Study of Twaron T730 for Two Threats
Authors: Popescu Christian , Sandu Simona , Deleanu Lorena , Șeiciu Lucian , Călinescu Dan 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
This paper presents the result of impact tests with two threats on panels made of Twaron® fabrics T730. Test were done with special equipment, such as firing bench, used for ballistic testing personal protective equipment. There were tested panels with 15 layers against .357 SIG bullets and 9 mm bullets. Working procedure was according with NIJ Standard 0101.06/2008 Ballistic Resistance of Body Armor. Those two panels demonstrated satisfactory ballistic protection capability against the tested projectiles and were able to stop the projectiles before allowing the panel to fully penetrate. These findings highlight the effectiveness of the panels in protecting against ballistic impact and suggest that they may be suitable for various protective applications.