Projects / NSP “Security and Defence”
Conferences and seminars
Participation of the Institute of Robotics (BAS) teams in scientific forums and the thematic events they organised under the National Scientific Program “Security and Defence” — following the sections of the programme website.
1. Participation in international scientific forums (conferences, symposia, seminars, etc.) (16)
16th International Conference on Application of Information and Communication Technology and Statistics in Economy and Education (ICAICTSEE 2026)
- Date
- 8–10 October 2026
- Host city
- Sofia, UNWE (online, MS Teams)
- Format
- online
Organised by the Faculty of Applied Informatics and Statistics, UNWE, under the auspices of IFIP. Proceedings: ISSN 2367-7635 (print), 2367-7643 (online), indexed in CEEOL; NACID NRS ID 4066.
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- A. Madzharov, N. Chehlarova, I. Gaidarski Information System for Reporting Scientific Publications and Scientometric Indicators with Automated Bibliographic Verification: Source Code and Data (v1.0.0)
- Gaidarski, I. Expanding the Taxonomy of Insider Threats in Automated and Autonomous Systems (in press)
4th International Conference on Environmental Protection and Disaster Risks (EnviroRISKs 2026) and 14th Annual CMDR COE Conference on Crisis Management and Disaster Response
- Date
- 1–3 June 2026
- Host city
- Sofia
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- A. Madzharov, S. Hristozov, I. Gaidarski A Model of Gravity on the Surface of the Earth’s Ellipsoid Using an Accurate Analytical Relationship Between Geocentric and Geodetic Latitudes (in press)
- A. Madzharov, S. Hristozov A Highly Accurate Calculation of the Difference Between Geocentric and Geodetic Latitude in Flight (in press)
15th International Scientific Conference on Engineering, Technology and Systems (TechSys 2026)
- Date
- 14–16 May 2026
- Host city
- Plovdiv
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Madzharov, A., Hristozov, S., Gaidarski, I. Compensations for Horizontal Inertial Components of INS/GNSS with Flight Altitude
- Gaidarski, I., Madzharov, A. Constructive Approach to the Design of Data Protection Systems: Models and Transformation
- Alexandrov, A. Small Voice Bulgarian Language Model Generation Based on Vosk-Type Methods and Algorithms (in press)
The 16th International Conference on Business Information Security (BISEC 2025)
- Date
- 28 November 2025
- Host city
- Niš, Serbia (Metropolitan University)
- Format
- in person
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
International Conferences on Digital Technology Driven Engineering (ICDTDE 2025)
- Date
- 18–20 December 2025
- Host city
- online (MS Teams), hosted by Jordan University of Science and Technology
- Format
- online
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Gaidarski, I. Multilayered conceptual modelling for the design, implementation and optimization of information security systems (in press)
2025 International Conference on Military Communication and Information Systems (ICMCIS 2025), NATO STO
- Date
- 13–14 May 2025
- Host city
- Oeiras, Portugal
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Hristozov, S., Stanev, H., Madzharov, A. Improvement in U-Space Development by Civil-Military Cooperation in a Multi-Domain Operations Environment
- Gaidarski, I. Designing an information security system to prevent leakage of sensitive information (in press)
The 15th International Conference on Business Information Security (BISEC 2024)
- Date
- 28–29 November 2024
- Host city
- Niš, Serbia
Proceedings: CEUR Workshop Proceedings, Vol-3971.
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
Black Sea Maritime Security Conference
- Date
- 6–8 November 2024
- Host city
- Varna, Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Valchkova, N., Zahariev, R., Angelov, G., Paunski, Y., Varbanov, I. Mobile collaborative robot with high cross-country capability for anti-terrorist operations
14th EASN International Conference “Innovation in Aviation & Space towards sustainability today & tomorrow”
- Date
- 8–11 October 2024
- Host city
- Thessaloniki, Greece
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- del Estad Herrero, A., Apter, N., Hristozov, S. A Parametric Comparison of JARUS SORA 2.0 and 2.5 Ground Risk Models
2024 IEEE 12th International Conference on Intelligent Systems (IS)
- Date
- 29–31 August 2024
- Host city
- Golden Sands, Varna
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Gaidarski, I., Djambazova, E., Terzieva, V., Ilchev, S. Aspects of Dependability and Security in Integrated Intelligent Educational Environments
Environment. Technology. Resources. 15th International Scientific and Practical Conference
- Date
- 27–28 June 2024
- Host city
- Rēzekne, Latvia
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Stanev, H., Hristozov, S. Applicability of JARUS SORA to State UAS Operations in Disaster Relief
- Yoshinov, R., Kotseva, M., Madzharov, A., Chehlarova, N. Skills and attitudes towards using AI based chatbots
- Yoshinov, R., Kotseva, M., Madzharov, A., Chehlarova, N. Implying cybersecurity skills for public administration employees
- Gaidarski, I., Chehlarova, N. Management approaches and application areas of information security in organizations
16th International Defence Exhibition “HEMUS 2024 — Defence, Counter-terrorism and Security” — Institute of Robotics stand
- Date
- 5–8 June 2024
- Host city
- Plovdiv, International Fair, Hall 7
- Format
- in person
- IR-BAS participants
- Assoc. Prof. A. Madzharov, Chief Assist. Prof. I. Gaidarski, Assoc. Prof. N. Chehlarova, Chief Assist. Prof. S. Hristozov, Eng. M. Ralchev (QUASAR CoC), Assoc. Prof. R. Georgiev
IR-BAS stand of 24 m²; participants from IR-BAS, the QUASAR Centre of Competence and the IR-BAS branch in Veliko Tarnovo — 9 exhibitors at the stand, 15 registered participants in total including the conference. NSP DS promotional materials: 4 banners, 8 leaflets and brochures, 10 information boards. Aims: to demonstrate the Institute’s technological capabilities and to negotiate future research through technology transfer. Moderator: Chief Assist. Prof. Dr. M. Dechev.
Stand topics
- Microparticle emission in inhomogeneous structures under uniaxial deformation — Eng. M. Ralchev (QUASAR CoC)
- Sensor system for recording and analysis of cardiological signals — Assoc. Prof. Dr. Eng. G. Georgieva-Tsaneva
- Radar and counter-drone systems (ReGuard 3D, RaMon, RP-2AA) — Prof. DSc Eng. N. Lichkov
- Quadcopters and radio-controlled aircraft — Assoc. Prof. A. Madzharov, Assoc. Prof. R. Georgiev, Chief Assist. Prof. S. Hristozov
- Modern approaches and tools for protecting sensitive information — Chief Assist. Prof. I. Gaidarski
- STEM educational resources for different user groups — Assoc. Prof. N. Chehlarova
CINSO-BAS Annual Conference “Science and Innovation for Security, Defence and Space”
- Date
- 15 March 2024
- Host city
- Sofia, BAS Innovation Centre, block 26
- Format
- in person
Advanced Research and Technology for Defence (ARTDef 2023), Bulgarian Defence Institute “Prof. Tsvetan Lazarov”
- Date
- 28–29 November 2023
- Host city
- Sofia, Central Military Club
- Format
- in person
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Alexandrov, A., Madzharov, A. Design of marine underwater perimeter security system
- Gaidarski, I., Kutinchev, P. Modern approaches to protecting sensitive information
The Fourteenth International Conference on Business Information Security (BISEC 2023)
- Date
- 24 November 2023
- Host city
- Niš, Serbia (Metropolitan University)
- Format
- in person
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Alexandrov, A., Madzharov, A. Energy-efficient routing in UAVs supported perimeter security networks
- Alexandrov, A. Reducing the WSN’s communication overhead by the SD-SPDZ encryption protocol
11th International Scientific Conference “HEMUS 2022”
- Date
- 1–4 June 2022
- Host city
- Plovdiv, International Fair
2. Organised thematic events (seminars, conferences, etc.) (4)
Workshop (thematic seminar) “Application of modern technologies and artificial-intelligence systems in the aviation and security environment”
- Date
- 16 May 2025
- Host city
- Dolna Mitropolia, Georgi Benkovski Air Force Academy
- Format
- hybrid (in person + online)
- IR-BAS contribution
- presentations of the NSP DS results and of task 1.2.3: Assoc. Prof. A. Madzharov, Assoc. Prof. A. Alexandrov, Chief Assist. Prof. I. Gaidarski and Assoc. Prof. R. Georgiev (IR-BAS); at the invitation of the Department of Electrical Engineering, Automation and Information Technologies of the Academy
The seminar is part of the NSP “Security and Defence”, Component 1 “Security”, work package 1.2 “Technological support”, task 1.2.3 “Research on robotic systems based on machine learning for analysis and decision making, and development of prototypes based on artificial intelligence and robotics”. Aims: lasting cooperation between the participating institutions, a favourable environment for training and research in technology, security and defence, and the transfer of good practice and research results into practical products; a report on the results of task 1.2.3 and on the challenges of introducing new aviation equipment and AI technologies. Participants: military personnel, experts, PhD students and company representatives.
Programme
09:00 – 09:30 Registration 09:30 – 10:00 Opening: welcome by the Academy; implementation plan and report on task 1.2.3 10:00 – 11:00 Regional companies; career opportunities in new technologies, AI and the security environment 11:30 – 12:30 Links between research, business and employers 12:30 – 13:00 Presentation of a diploma project 14:00 – 15:00 Round table: education, artificial intelligence and training of highly qualified personnel 16:00 Closing Photo gallery
International Scientific Conference “Robotics & Mechatronics 2025”, Institute of Robotics — BAS
- Date
- 5–6 November 2025
- Host city
- Sofia, Institute of Robotics — BAS, “Max Planck” hall
- Format
- in person
Papers are published in Complex Control Systems (ISSN 1310-8255, 2603-4697 online), vol. 9.
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Gaidarski, I. Using disruptive technologies as Blockchains and AI in IoT cybersecurity (in press)
International Scientific Conference “Robotics & Mechatronics 2024”, Institute of Robotics — BAS
- Date
- 29–30 October 2024
- Host city
- Sofia, Institute of Robotics — BAS, “Max Planck” hall
- Format
- in person
Proceedings: Complex Control Systems, vol. 7.
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Hristozov, S., Madzharov, A., Chehlarova, N. Design of a testing model for evaluation the levels of automation and autonomy of a helicopter autopilot
- Madzharov, A., Hristozov, S., Chehlarova, N., Georgiev, R., Gaidarski, I., Alexandrov, A. Design of an Unmanned Helicopter System for Collecting and Processing of Geophysical Information
- Gaidarski, I. Some aspects of cybersecurity in Industry 4.0
24th International Scientific Conference “Robotics & Mechatronics 2023”, Institute of Robotics — BAS
- Date
- 25–26 April 2023
- Host city
- Sofia, Institute of Robotics — BAS, “Max Planck” hall
- Format
- in person
Proceedings: Complex Control Systems, vol. 6.
Papers by the IR-BAS teams
- Alexandrov, A., Madzharov, A. Trajectory optimization in large scale UAV-assisted WSNs
- Gaidarski, I., Kutinchev, P. Modern Aspects in Information Security in the Field of Robotics
Source: reports of the Institute of Robotics (BAS) teams on the National Scientific Program “Security and Defence” (technical report for 19 May 2022 – 31 December 2025; report revised 17 April 2026).