NR 1, 2018

Abstract. The paper presents an analysis of the cases of the use of anti-tank grenade launchers where vehicles of the Polish Military Contingent in Afghanistan were involved. Methods of bombardment applied by the enemy in these cases are described. The paper discusses the results of research carried out in Poland on improving protection of vehicles against such threats. In the summary reference is made to the implemented preventive measures: modifications in the design and operation of KTO ROSOMAK aimed at improving vehicle crew safety.

Abstract. The paper deals with the issues of the location of the powertrain and its effect on the design and configuration of tracked combat vehicles. Configuration of the powertrain, due to the dimensions and weight of the latter, have a decisive effect on basic components of combat vehicles, including those that are important for crew protection, weapons and mobility.

Abstract: The paper presents versions of the MID engineering and road vehicle modernized by OBRUM and used by engineering troops. A vehicle is described, made for a Malaysian customer, which is based on the units of the MBT PT-91 M tank, and the scope of work is presented for adapting the vehicle to the needs of peacekeeping missions. Modification of the control system of the vehicle is also described, as well as other modifications performed on existing vehicles after a long period of use in view of the requirement to improve the level of advancement of the component units.

Abstract. Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ - Polish Armaments Group) has an established system for protecting employees against discrimination and ill treatment which is described in detail in the Anti-Mobbing Procedure. In 2016, PGZ recommended to the daughter companies of the Capital Group the implementation of the most important documents in the field of ethics, in particular the Code of Ethics and the Anti-Mobbing and Anti-Corruption Procedures. OBRUM, a member of the Group, developed a set of internal documents establishing high standards and rules of conduct regarding broadly understood ethics in interpersonal relations. The article presents issues related to ethics, mobbing and corruption based on the procedures adopted for use by OBRUM. The role and tasks of the Ethics Committee established at OBRUM are also discussed.

Abstract. The article presents the methodology and results of armour ballistic resistance testing. The armour was designed and manufactured by the Institute of Non-ferrous Metals, Light Metals Division (IMN OML) in cooperation with LUBAWA S.A. Additional armour was made of multi-layer materials, including special ceramics and light metals. The method of creating armour demonstrators for Armstal armoured steel 6 mm, 8 mm and 10 mm thick armour is presented. Description and possible applications of object demonstrator designed and manufactured by "OBRUM" sp. z o.o are also given. All of the armour and the object demonstrators were designed to be tested in accordance with STANAG 4569 and AEP 55 standards. Ballistic tests of the armour demonstrators showed positive results according to standard requirements for 8 out of 9 demonstrators. The research results show that the object demonstrator is suitable for conducting a wide range of tests in accordance with the standards.