The Potential of the Armed Forces of Ukraine as the Foundation for Ensuring State Security in the Activities of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Abstract
Purpose. To determine the potential of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which can be used at a certain time (period) to solve the tasks of Ukraine's defense.
Method. The methodological Basis of the study based on the integration of two approaches, which are based on the theory of combat potentials and capabilities-based planning (the ability to perform assigned tasks) and the adaptation of these methods to wartime conditions, using research methods - general scientific empirical (statistical description, comparative analysis) and theoretical (analysis, synthesis, generalization, mathematical modeling, induction, deduction, explanation, classification).
Practical value of the study. lies in the possibility of using two methods (based on the theory of combat potentials and on the assessment of capabilities) when determining the potential of the Armed Forces of Ukraine through their mutual integration when using one of the methods for both one's own troops (forces) and the enemy's troops (forces).
Future research. Future research will focus on domain-specific comparative evaluation of weapon systems based on objective technical-tactical parameters to derive standardized coefficients for force composition planning and to assess mission effectiveness through combat and special capability indicators.
Paper type. Theoretical, practical.
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