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Our premier general-purpose automation suite includes all the software and hardware you need to bring truly differentiated, high-performance machines to market faster. Kollmorgen Automation Suite™ has been proven to measurably accelerate development, increase throughput, minimize scrap and maximize overall equipment effectiveness.
Kollmorgen offers innovative software solutions for programming every part of the machine, from the servo drive level, to the automated coordination of machine axes, to the human/machine interface.
Kollmorgen offers a complete selection of controller hardware for any machine architecture. Controller options include standalone units, PC Card controllers and drive-resident controllers.
Kollmorgen Automation Suite™ includes a large selection of remote I/O slices and couplers, all configured for auto-recognition and auto-configuration within our Integrated Development Environment.
The operator interface is one of the most important parts of your machine. Usability is key. You need an HMI with the input and display options best suited to the operating environment and the machine's specific functionality. We offer touchscreen, function key and keypad options in a variety of sizes to meet virtually any requirements.
Kollmorgen Automation Suite™ uses EtherCAT®, our motion bus of choice for high-performance applications. We provide the highest-quality Ethernet cables to ensure reliable operation with the lowest possible network latency. Of course, we also provide all the motor and drive cables you need.
KSM Safety Solutions are no longer available for new applications, but we continue to provide replacements and support for existing customers.
Kollmorgen provides a selection of automation platforms designed to complement our motion technologies, accommodate your existing systems and suit your preferred development style.
SynqNet™ motion controllers offer maximum servo performance and flexibility for demanding motion systems. OEMs can use MechaWare® and Bode Tool™ to implement perfect-fit control solutions using "off-the-shelf" hardware. The SynqNet network provides the convenience and low cost of 100BaseT cabling with the benefits of real-time determinism.
Led by our next-generation AKD® Series, we offer the industry's broadest range of advanced drives for control of rotary servomotors and linear positioning systems, with the connectivity options, power ranges and features to handle any application.
AKD2G Servo Drive features dual-axis technology resulting in industry-leading energy efficiency and power density. AKD2G expands the built-in safety options including standard dual-channel STO.
We designed our next-generation AKD® Series with the versatility, communications, power and bandwidth you need to build higher throughput, greater precision and more capable features into your machine—and to bring it to market faster.
AKD BASIC drives provide all the performance features of our leading AKD Series, along with built-in machine and motion control that can be programmed in BASIC programming language from Kollmorgen's AKD WorkBench. These drives can eliminate the need for a separate PLC or allow machine designers to customize drive functionality.
AKD PDMM® Programmable Drive, Multi-Axis Master. The AKD PDMM® combines one AKD servo axis and a master controller that supports up to seven or more additional AKD axes in a single, compact package. It provides integrated control for multiple high-performance axes, complete I/O and HMI interfaces, and
The decentralized servo drives AKD-N help to get the cabinets smaller and open the way to a smarter machine automation with 80% less cabeling. Typical applications for the AKD-N are packaging machines and production machines in food and beverage industry.
The S700 is a digital servo drive with extended functionality to support complex drive tasks. It operates from 110 to 480 VAC, 1 or 3-phase, 50 to 60 Hz lines, and features integrated Ethernet connectivity for use with EtherCAT® and SynqNet™.
These compact, easy-to-use servo drives operate directly from grounded 115 to 480VAC, 3-phase, 50-60Hz lines and provide output current of 1.5 to 10 Amps RMS/phase, continuous, for driving Kollmorgen brushless rotary servomotors and linear positioners.
S200 servo drives are the first series of all-digital industrial drives with a velocity loop bandwidth of 800 Hz, offering plug-and-play commissioning, simplified tuning and unmatched performance in a small package.
The broad product range of the Kollmorgen servo drives offer a high end control technology in a compact design
The S400, S600 and Centurion DSM and DSA Series drives are no longer available for new applications, but we continue to provide replacement drives and support for existing customers.
Stepper drives for both AC and DC power applications are ideal for high-performance indexing applications, offering microstepping capabilities up to 50,000 steps per revolution with no need for feedback systems.
The P5000 is a compact micro-stepping stepper drive optimized for high system performance with Kollmorgen's industry leading POWERMAX II stepper motors. It is an impressive yet simple addition to the Kollmorgen stepper drive family.
The P6000 is an AC input micro-stepping drive optimized for pairing with POWERPAC and POWERMAX stepper motors. With the simplicity of dip switches and the optimized performance from the complete system, this stepper solution brings increased machine performance without the associated complexity.
Kollmorgen's P7000 stepper drives provide you servo-like system performance with the cost and simplicity of a stepper solution. The P7000 combined with Kollmorgen's stepper motors provide unique level of system smoothness, functionality and performance.
These modular, high-performance microstepping drives support a broad range of requirements. These drives offer excellent value for low voltage DC input-powered applications.
Kollmorgen is your single-source supplier for all the accessories you need to install your complete motor/drive solution.
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The modules support the DC link and allow a reduction of energy losses when decelerating as well as the bridging of short power outages
We offer the highest-quality CAN, Ethernet, motor power and feedback cables.
During braking with the aid of the motor, electrical energy is fed back into the drive. If excess energy is not dissipated, an over-voltage fault can occur. A regeneration or "regen" resistor allows your drive to function normally during deceleration.
Kollmorgen's brushless servo motors offer the highest torque/inertia ratio over a broad range of speeds—including high speed capabilities up to 8,000 rpm for standard designs and up to 70,000 rpm for special designs.
With continuous torque increases of up to 30% versus traditional servos, AKM2G's high-torque density and design flexibility are the winning formula for OEMs and Machine Builders to expand machine performance and differentiate in the marketplace.
Our best-in-class, high-performance servomotors offer a wide range of mounting, connectivity, feedback and other options. More than 500,000 standard models are available along with co-engineered modifications to suit almost any application requirement. Gearmotor, washdown and food-grade versions are available.
The new AKMH Series is built to withstand the most rigorous of washdown regimens. The combination of the AKMH's IP69K construction and corrosion resistant materials, make for a servo motor that will last the life of your machine.
The new VLM family of servomotors provides exceptional torque-per-dollar for customers looking for a low-cost motor with optimal performance.
The Kollmorgen Goldline® Series provides optimum performance for applications that involve rapid acceleration/deceleration, compliant loads or large inertia mismatches. These motors are available for 230 and 400/480 VAC line voltage. We also offer explosionproof, washdown and submersible models.
The broad product range of the Kollmorgen servo drives offer a high end control technology in a compact design
While these servomotors are not available for new applications, Kollmorgen continues to provide replacement motors and support for existing customers.
Kollmorgen pioneered the development of direct drive technology. Today, our Direct Drive Rotary (DDR) and Direct Drive Linear (DDL) motors bring you industry-leading performance, zero maintenance, clean mechanical assembly, improved accuracy, higher throughput, better reliability, and smooth, quiet operation.
Our exclusive Cartridge DDR® servomotors combine the performance advantages of a frameless motor with the ease of installation of a full-frame motor. The advanced electromagnetic design provides up to 50 percent more torque density than comparably sized conventional servo motors.
Housed DDR servomotors offer high torque density, precise performance and zero maintenance in an easily installed servo solution.
The KBM™ series offers high performance, long life and simple installation in a motor kit that can be embedded directly in your machine design.
The Kollmorgen TBM (Torquer Brushless Motor) Series direct drive frameless motor is designed to be directly embedded in your machine, using the machine's own bearings to support the rotor.
The RBE Series from Kollmorgen is a proven platform offering many years of direct drive motor solutions. As the saying goes, these motors are 'oldies but goodies' and continue to be viable solutions where relatively high torque and low speed, pancake type motor configurations are required.
A Direct Drive Linear (DDL) motor is basically a rotary motor that is laid out flat and directly coupled to the driven load, eliminating the need for ball/lead screws, rack and pinions, belts/pulleys and gearboxes.
Our high-performance, brushless, maintenance-free stepper motors provide precise, extremely cost-effective motion control.
Kollmorgen continues its winning heritage in hybrid stepper motors with the PMX motor family. Leveraging best practices from customer preferred products, the PMX series delivers a wider breadth of frame sizes and options in an affordable, low-cost solution.
The POWERMAX II®M and P Series provides the highest torque in a stepper motor. These NEMA 23 (60 mm) motors are available in half-, single-, and two-stack configurations with a variety of standard options and affordable co-engineered modifications.
POWERPAC® hybrid stepper motors deliver more power in a smaller package. These rugged, high-torque NEMA 34 and 42 (90 and 110 mm) motors are available with standard options and low-cost co-engineered modifications to provide an exact fit for your application.
CT series motors incorporate innovative cooling technology, high-torque magnetic designs, rugged bearings and high-voltage insulation systems. These motors support large mechanical loads and can be used with any stepper drive.
MX Series stepper motors meet Class I, Division 1, Group D hazardous location requirements. They are available in NEMA 34 and 42 frame sizes (90 and 110 mm), providing minimum holding torques from 1.27 to 9.82 N-m (180 to 1,390 oz-in).
Our T2, T, KM and MH172 Series stepper motors provide the highest torque in a wide range of frame sizes. These motors offer a high-performance, cost-effective alternative to pneumatic, hydraulic and servomotor systems.
These are high-efficiency, low-loss stepper motors with a conventional, round frame in NEMA 23, 34 and 42 frame sizes (60, 90 and 110 mm).
Thanks to the Washdown, Washdown Food and Hygienic type AKM gearmotors, Kollmorgen has been able to realize most of the transport and rotary applications in the food and beverage industry, as well as downstream packaging using standardized drive solutions.
With the Gear Motor AKM62K-BK17 in the Washdown Food version is made for most transport and rotation applications in the food, beverage and packaging industries
With the Gear Motor AKM62L-F2CS-A35-59 in the Washdown version especially made for rotation applications in the packaging industry. This is based on combining an AKM servomotor with highly efficient gearheads.
With the Gear Motor AKM41E-BF06 in the Washdown version especially made for rotation applications in the packaging industry. This is based on combining an AKM servomotor with highly efficient gearheads.
Kollmorgen offers two brands of AC Synchonous motors in their Pacific Scientic ST/SN Series and Superior Electric products. High performance in four frame sizes, NEMA 23, 34, 42, 66 are available. Resistor - capacitor kits are also available.
ST and SN Series synchronous motors provide high performance in three frame sizes, NEMA 23, 34 and 42 (60, 90 and 110 mm). Resistor-capacitor kits are also available.
These high-torque synchronous motors are available in NEMA 23, 34 and 42 frame sizes (60, 90 and 110 mm), providing up to 1,500 oz-in (1,059 N-cm) of torque.
Providing torque up to 1,500 oz-in (1,059 N-cm), these synchronous motors are available in UL Listed versions suitable for use in Class I, Division 1, Group D hazardous locations. Frame sizes are NEMA 42 and 66 (110 mm and 170 mm).
Kollmorgen's family of brush DC motors offers an extremely wide variety of sizes and package types.
Our direct drive brush DC torque motors are ideal for servo system applications where it is desirable to minimize size, weight, power and response time, and to maximize rate and position accuracies.
Our permanent magnet brush DC motors offer rugged, quality construction and dependable operation. Many options are available, including explosionproof models, washdown models, co-engineered modifications and more. With a well-deserved reputation for value, these motors are backed by a two-year warranty.
Our low-inertia brush DC servomotors are no longer available for new applications. We continue to service them for existing customers.
Quality standards and legal regulations impose strict hygienic requirements on equipment used in the food and beverage, meat and dairy, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries.
The new AKMH Series is built to withstand the most rigorous of washdown regimens. The combination of the AKMH's IP69K construction and corrosion resistant materials, make for a servo motor that will last the life of your machine.
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AKM Washdown and Washdown Food Series servomotors incorporate a protective 2-K coating, IP67-rated seals, stainless steel hardware, special greases and other materials designed for applications such as food, beverage and pharmaceutical processing where hygiene and frequent cleaning are critical requirements.
Explosion-proof versions of motors are designed to minimize the risk of explosion, and to contain any internal explosion that may occur without allowing it to propagate to the outside environment.
These permanent magnet DC (PMDC) motors are SCR-rated and adhere to NEMA standards. They are available in a variety of DC voltages, from 1/4 to 3/4 HP.
Providing torque up to 1,500 oz-in (1,059 N-cm), these synchronous motors are available in UL Listed versions suitable for use in Class I, Division 1, Group D hazardous locations. Frame sizes are NEMA 42 and 66 (110 mm and 170 mm).
Based on the 230 VAC B and M Series, the EB Series provides a high-performance explosionproof servomotor that is UL Listed for use in Class I, Division 1, Group C and D hazardous locations.
MX Series stepper motors meet Class I, Division 1, Group D hazardous location requirements. They are available in NEMA 34 and 42 frame sizes (90 and 110 mm), providing minimum holding torques from 1.27 to 9.82 N-m (180 to 1,390 oz-in).
Kollmorgen is your single-source supplier for all the accessories you need to install your complete motor/drive solution.
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The modules support the DC link and allow a reduction of energy losses when decelerating as well as the bridging of short power outages
We offer the highest-quality CAN, Ethernet, motor power and feedback cables.
During braking with the aid of the motor, electrical energy is fed back into the drive. If excess energy is not dissipated, an over-voltage fault can occur. A regeneration or "regen" resistor allows your drive to function normally during deceleration.
Electric cylinders from Kollmorgen offer strong thrust, high speed and exceptional positioning accuracy. Designed to provide a clean, efficient replacement for hydraulic actuators and pneumatic cylinders, these high-precision, closed-loop systems have rapidly become the preferred alternative for many linear applications.
The N2 Series offers an economical, light-duty design with a small package size. Durable and easy to use, these electric cylinders provide simple extend-and-retract motion, with the ability to position either to predetermined stop locations or to an analog voltage input.
The EC1 Series offers a limited selection of application solutions designed to reduce cost and minimize cylinder frame size by 30 to 40 percent. The small package design is perfect for converting from pneumatic cylinders in many applications.
EC2 Series electric cylinders are an economical solution for light to moderate thrust loads. With a choice of ball or lead screw designs, these cylinders yield quiet operation, low backlash and high accuracy with a selection of motor-to-screw reduction types.
The EC3 Series provides a robust linear motion package for moderate to heavy thrust loads. They are available with a ball or lead screw and a variety of motor-to-screw reduction ratios, providing exceptionally quiet operation, low backlash and high accuracy.
The EC4 Series is a heavy-duty motion package designed to move heavy thrust loads with superior precision and minimal backlash. This series features precision-rolled ball screws with a selection of motor-to-screw reduction ratios.
For the heaviest thrust loads, our EC5 Series offers an extremely robust design with precision-rolled ball screws available with a selection of motor-to-screw reduction ratios. Like all our electric cylinders, they provide exceptional accuracy, low backlash and quiet operation.
Instead of the moving rod of an electric cylinder, these rodless actuators feature a moving carriage supported by linear bearings within an extruded aluminum chassis. This design enables the rodless actuator to guide and support the load being positioned.
The R2A Series offers a carriage bearing design that produces lower bearing friction, smoother operation and zero running clearance. A flexible seal prevents environmental contamination and ensures long life, making the R2A Series an effective solution for industrial-grade requirements.
R3 Series rodless actuators provide a robust design with an internal linear motion guide rail and built-in flexible seal to ensure reliable operation in industrial environments. Equipped for high loads or high acceleration with maximum duty cycle, the R3 Series is available with either belt drive for the most rapid moves or screw drive for the highest thrust capacity and repeatability.
The R4 Series is our most powerful rodless actuator, designed to quickly accelerate, accurately position and reliably support the heaviest loads. An internal linear motion guide rail with a built-in flexible seal withstands maximum duty cycle in harsh industrial environments.
Precision tables are best suited for applications where accuracy and repeatability are more important than axial thrust. They can also be used in applications that require substantial moment load support, and they're ideal building blocks for multi-axis positioning systems.
DS Series precision tables provide outstanding performance, with the configuration flexibility to suit almost any single-or multi-axis application. Our proven magnetic stainless steel seal strip effectively seals the internal components from contaminants for durable performance in demanding industrial settings.
A Direct Drive Linear (DDL) motor is basically a rotary motor that is laid out flat and directly coupled to the driven load, eliminating the need for ball/lead screws, rack and pinions, belts/pulleys and gearboxes.
IC Series Ironcore motors provide the highest force per frame size. The patented anti-cogging design yields extremely smooth operation.
ICD Series Ironcore motors offer a low-profile design and low attractive force. These motors are a suitable replacement for many ironless applications.
Increase productivity and reduce operating costs - with the ICH linear motors from Kollmorgen you considerably improve overall equipment effectiveness. Eliminate the costs for maintenance work out of your calculations! Linear direct drives from Kollmorgen increase throughput by up to 40% compared with other drive systems and enable smaller, lighter machines with high energy efficiency due to their compact design.
IL Series ironless motors have no slots for the coil windings. That means a very light mass, zero attractive force between the coil assembly and the magnet way, and zero cogging for ultra smooth motion.
All our gearheads incorporate True Planetary gearing for high torque capacity, smooth operation and minimal maintenance. So you can count on optimum performance, whether you need a general-purpose gearhead, an ultra-precise model, a washdown or food-grade version, or a complete gearmotor.
The DuraTRUE™ Series offers high-precision gearheads with a variety of shaft configurations, allowing you to design your system in the smallest of envelopes by eliminating the need for couplings. You can even run two axes with one motor using the DuraTRUE "T" design.
For continuous duty cycle applications, our EverTRUE™ Series gearheads are lubricated for life and rated for at least 30,000 hours of 24/7 operation. These high-precision gearheads are compatible with our RediMount mounting system for easy installation on almost any motor.
NemaTRUE™ gearheads are available in four standard NEMA sizes, three metric sizes, and both in-line and right-angle versions—all featuring our RediMount mounting system. These precision gearheads provide a versatile and economical solution for many applications..
Right-angle bevel gear meshes are typically limited to ratios from 1:1 to 3:1. Our PowerTRUE™ 90 gear technology uses an advanced tooth design to increase the ratio range to 5:1. It's available on NemaTRUE, DuraTRUE, UltraTRUE and ValueTRUE 90° gearheads.
The RediMount™ motor mounting system allows mounting of our TRUE Planetary gearheads to practically any motor available on the market. The innovative design, featuring an adapter sleeve and input housing, ensures that gearhead mounting Is always quick, easy and error-free.
The UltraTRUE™ Series combines our highest-precision helical crowned gearing with TRUE Planetary orientation to create the smoothest and quietest gearheads on the market today. A wide range of metric frame sizes and gear ratios are available in straight and 90° versions.
Our ValueTRUE™ Series delivers high precision at a competitive price. With only 4 arc-minutes of backlash, and available in a wide range of frame sizes and ratios, they're perfect as original equipment or as a drop-in replacement for most common helical gearheads.
The XTRUE™ Series offers a cost-effective solution with robust features. With five frame sizes, straight and 90° versions, and our RediMount™ mounting system, these precision gearheads provide easy installation and reliable performance.
Our NDC8 platform is a complete, general-purpose control solution for automatic forklifts and other AGVs. This application-independent, scalable solution is easy to integrate with existing vehicle designs as well as host systems and material handling solutions.
Kollmorgen is the leading global manufacturer of motor solutions for the robotics industry. We have decades of experience and an established track record in enabling robotic innovation for the most challenging applications – surgical, collaborative, industrial, and defense. Our robotic motors are mobilizing nearly 1 million robot joints and robotic arms today. With the widest range of standard and custom robotic motors, drives, controls, gearing and actuation, Kollmorgen will partner with you to find the optimal solution that differentiates your design.
Electric motors are used in machines and processes all around us. You can find them in factories, automobiles, airplanes, robots and even your favorite DVD vending machine. Regardless of the application, managing heat dissipation is a common theme. Electric motors are often selected based upon a particular work or load requirement. One consideration of this selection process is managing heat dissipation. Although electric motor design is constantly improving, all generate heat through losses and inefficiencies. This needs to be evaluated when selecting the proper motor for your needs.
In most cases, heat dissipation is achieved through conductive cooling. In this method heat is transferred from the motor through the mounting interface into the machine structure. Motor manufacturers will often note a heat sink size on their data sheets. This heat sink size is used to determine the continuous torque capability of the motor. If more or less heat dissipation is available, the motor's load capability is increased or decreased. The Kollmorgen AKM servo motor shown above uses conductive cooling.
Another method to remove heat from electric motors is by providing forced air cooling. This is commonly done by providing an electric fan to blow air over the motor. Force air cooling can reduce the amount of heat transferred into the machine structure and allow the motor to be operated at a higher load point. A foot mounted PMDC (permanent magnet direct current) motor with air over cooling (TEFC) is shown above.
Liquid cooling can also be used to dissipate heat from an electric motor. With liquid cooling ethylene glycol or other liquid cooling agent is circulated in or around the motor housing or coils to dissipate heat. This would be similar to the radiator system on an automobile engine. The motor above is a custom water cooled design by Kollmorgen.
Although heat dissipation is not always a top criteria for electric motor selection it should be considered as part of the overall machine build. Some motors can be located on a machine where excess heat could cause burns to users. Thermal expansion caused by heating of a machine structure could cause process issues and under sizing or ignoring motor heat dissipation could result in product failure.
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Assignments accumulating? Exams coming up? Responsibilties increasing? Halfway through this semester, you may be wondering how you'll make it all happen. As a pharmacologist who works with students, I routinely talk with them about how they grapple with this, and hear their conversations about strategies for success. Maybe your oversize coffee goes everywhere you go. Perhaps your colleague bought some funky herbal product that claims to help with mental performance. Maybe your friend hit up their ADHD classmate for a dose of Ritalin.
It's possible that certain products may help you stay alert, think straight, and meet a deadline. Trying these substances may or may not work out as planned. Sometimes people tell me that they wanted to be more alert and took something that instead gave them a tremor, dry mouth, and insomnia. What went wrong? Did they waste their money? Could they have harmed their health? Good questions. If you consider using anything—even large amounts of caffeine—you need to know how that substance may affect you and how to manage or minimize the risks.
Using substances to enhance your focus or brainpower:
No drug makes you smarter
No medication, treatment, herbal product, street drug, or other substance has been shown to improve intelligence or enhance cognition in people with healthy brains.
ADHD medications don't provide an intellectual advantage
Drugs prescribed for students with attention or learning issues help level the playing field, addressing the factors that could hold those students back. They may temporarily improve alertness. They do not boost intelligence or grades.
Energy drinks are no more effective than coffee
Energy and related products derive their "oomph" from the added caffeine (and, in many products, lots of added sugar).
Most herbal supplements offer little or no benefit
These products are not regulated and may be misleadingly labeled. The "natural" claim is often dubious, and products labeled this way can be risky. As a rule, I see the "non-drug" label that is required by law (a statement that the product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to treat a disease) as an admission that the product carries little, if any, benefit.
If you choose to use: Four things you need to know
1 Using any substance means accepting some risk
All drug use carries some risk. This is true whether the substance is legal or illegal, whether it is prescribed or available over-the-counter, and whether it is socially acceptable or socially stigmatized. When medical providers recommend a course of treatment, they consider your state of health and balance the possible risks of the drug against its possible benefits. If you self-medicate, you may not be aware of those risks or adequately factor them in.
Drugs are classified ("scheduled") by the government according to how accepted they are for medical use and how liable they are to being abused. This scheduling is based on historical problems with drugs; it can be changed depending on new evidence. Scheduling does not fully inform users about the risks of a substance.
For example, acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol and some other over-the-counter pain relief medications) is unscheduled and "low-risk," yet it kills hundreds of people every year, owing to liver failure.
Why drugs are classified differently:
- Some drugs have no accepted medical use and high abuse potential (e.g., heroin, LSD, ecstasy, and "bath salts," a synthetic stimulant).
- Some drugs have accepted medical uses and low abuse potential (e.g., cough syrups that contain codeine).
- Some drugs have accepted medical uses and high abuse potential (e.g., buprenorphine, an analgesic).
2 It's on you to know exactly what the substance is and whether it can potentially generate the effect you want
Ever known someone to take a drug and then wonder why it did the opposite of what they desired, or it produced icky side effects? Maybe they took the wrong dose or were given the wrong drug. Maybe this was not the right drug for that user's individual biology (even though it seemed to work for their friend). Or maybe the drug wasn't even designed to improve alertness—which would be like taking Valium for pain (Valium has no pain-relieving properties). Even well-intentioned friends are unlikely to be reliable sources of info.
- What exactly is this drug or substance? "The risks are greater if you don't know what exactly this is, who made it, did they make it well, and so on," says Steve Lux, a former senior health educator at Northern Illinois University. Don't count on your friends for the correct information. People without relevant professional qualifications tend to be vague about brand names versus generic names, drug classifications, and what drugs actually do. As a pharmacologist at a higher-ed institution, I hear students saying "narcotic" when they mean "sedative," or "Tylenol" for any over-the-counter pain treatment.
- What is the active ingredient in this drug or substance? Some people misuse "fixed dose" products; these are combination drugs containing one or more medications. The chances are that one of the two is a drug you don't want or need. It's important to read all drug labels carefully, check the active ingredients, and make sure you're not doubling up. For example, it's possible to accidentally overdose on acetaminophen by using Nyquil for its sleep-inducing properties. It's the diphenhydramine that makes people drowsy, but that comes with a sizable dose of acetaminophen, which can harm the liver.
- What effect could this drug or substance have on me? A drug may be right for a specific problem, but wrong for you. "Do not rely on what your friends or acquaintances are saying. Everybody is different and has different reactions; these are very hard to predict," says Lux. Even health care providers make mistakes, in spite of their many years of training.
How your body and mind respond to a substance is largely determined by your genes. Being sick, or using any other substances, can also change the way a drug works for you (or doesn't). For example, a sleep aid may be masked by the use of other substances, such as caffeine or stimulants, and actually make you restless. This is why some drugs are available only by prescription; in untrained hands, the risks may multiply.
3 It's on you to be careful about dosing
It is not true that if a little bit of a drug is good, more must be better. That's a dangerous approach to any medication.
- The dose makes the poison For example, 20 micrograms of fentanyl, a potent analgesic, can relieve pain. But as little as 2 milligrams of the same drug (an amount equal to two grains of sugar!) can be fatal, especially for someone who may be trying it for the first time and has no tolerance. When there isn't much wiggle room between a therapeutic and a toxic dose, there's a high risk of overdosing. Other examples include blood-thinning drugs, such as warfarin (also used as rat poison), and heart rhythm medications.
- Appropriate dosing depends on several factors The right dose of any substance also depends on your health, age, and genetics. The same dose of the same substance may be ineffective, therapeutic, or toxic to different people.
- Even the right dose can have side effects Even appropriate doses of prescribed medications can have negative effects. Talking with your medical provider about how you're feeling on a drug is important; that's how you and your provider monitor whether or not it's the right treatment and dose for you.
4 It's on you to anticipate any negative effects on your functioning and figure out how to manage and minimize those
Using drugs or substances can affect how you feel and function in the next few days. "There is no free lunch. You can steal from Peter to pay Paul only so far," says Steve Lux, a former health educator at Northern Illinois University. "Using stimulants might help you stay up and get the paper done, but you'll be depleted the next day."
You can anticipate those effects. "If you're going to burn through the nights during your exams, make sure that for one to two weeks beforehand, you are getting good sleep, eating well, and taking care of yourself," Lux says.
Note: No amount of rest or self-care can mitigate the side effects of drugs.
Considering using any of these?
What they do, how they work, and what you need to know
- Main takeaway Caffeine in the form of coffee, tea, soda, an over-the-counter tablet, a brewed yerba mate drink, or an energy drink is safe and effective for millions of people, and its use is usually socially acceptable. High doses of caffeinated products can have side effects.
- Effectiveness Caffeine can enhance focus, increase stamina, and decrease the effort required to do physical work.
- How this works Caffeine promotes release of stimulatory substances such as norepinephrine to increase energy and well-being, and it blocks a compound in the body that signals the need for sleep.
- Possible side effects Headache, tremor, insomnia, nausea, tooth enamel erosion due to drink acidity, increased pulse and blood pressure in some people, and gastric distress; these effects depend on dose and individual tolerance, and can sometimes be controlled.
- Need to know
- Caffeine-containing products are relatively safe; there is mixed evidence on whether users can become dependent.
- Although roughly 30 percent of students are reported to use energy drinks, they offer no performance benefits over and above coffee (American Journal on Addictions, 2016).
- Consumption of several cups (coffee or yerba mate) or cans (energy drinks) of caffeinated beverages within a few hours may cause temporary side effects in some people (e.g., mild tremors, headaches, rapid heartbeat, irritability), which may discourage repeated misuse (Critical Care and Resuscitation, 2010).
- Your own limits may be different from other people's. Caffeinated products differ in volume, ingredients, and potency, and their effects depend partly on users' body types. Use your judgment.
- Additional ingredients, such as taurine and ginseng, are typically in quantities too small to provide any benefit (Nutrition Reviews, 2014). The caffeine and sugar (if included) are responsible for any perceived effects (Physician and Sportsmedicine, 2010).
Student perspectives
"I've used non-prescription 'No Doze,' 5-hour energy drinks, and coffee to help me stay awake to attend classes, as I work nights and attend school days and afternoons."
—First-year graduate student, Tompkins Cortland Community College, New York
"I occasionally drink an energy drink when I have to be up much later at night to complete course work."
—Fourth-year graduate student, Northern Michigan University
"I don't really think of drinking yerba mate as 'using substances,' but I suppose that's exactly what it is. I drink yerba mate as an alternative to coffee when I need a pick-me-up."
—Second-year student, University of Victoria, Alberta
- Main takeaway Provigil and similar drugs used to increase wakefulness are specifically formulated for people with narcolepsy, a rare sleep disorder, or for people with shift-work sleep disorder. The side effects are relatively minimal, but obtaining these drugs without a prescription is risky.
- Effectiveness For people without sleep disorders, these drugs seem safe; any toxic effects are transient and mild (Clinical Toxicology, 2009).
- How they work These medications increase the activity of neurotransmitters (dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine) in the brain, which are stimulatory and reduce daytime sleepiness.
- Possible side effects Headache, dizziness, anxiety, dry mouth, insomnia, nausea, diarrhea, multiple known drug-drug interactions.
- Need to know
- There are no real risks associated with use other than obtaining these drugs without a prescription through diversion (the illegal distribution of a prescription drug); this carries the risk of arrest, legal penalties, and college disciplinary sanctions.
- Online purchases are not monitored by US government agencies; buyers cannot be sure the drug contains the active ingredient they seek at the correct strength, or that other unwanted or dangerous substances ("adulterants") are not included.
Student perspectives
"I used modafinil because I work full time and go to school full time. Sometimes I have to be up for 18–24 hours and need its effects to help me last through the day."
—Student, Lord Fairfax Community College, Virginia
"I've witnessed some students who have prescriptions for such drugs being pressured by friends to share their medication with them to help them study."
—Second-year graduate student, University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Main takeaway Nicotine is available in cigarettes (traditional tobacco and some e-cigarettes), cigars, and nicotine gum. Nicotine is the most addictive substance known and has serious (often lethal) side effects.
- Effectiveness Nicotine can enhance focus and alertness. The dosing and the duration of this effect vary from person to person.
- How this works Nicotine releases stimulatory neurotransmitters, such as norepinephrine. Paradoxically, at very high doses nicotine has a sedative-like effect (this dose varies, and depends on individuals' tolerance).
- Possible side effects Insomnia, nausea, gastric distress, craving and addiction to nicotine in an otherwise non-addicted person, increased irritability, anxiety, and a burning sensation in the mouth.
- Need to know
- Age restrictions apply to people seeking to purchase tobacco and/or nicotine gum in some states.
- Tobacco (smoking and chewable) contains nicotine; this damages the DNA in our cells, and may lead to the growth of new cancerous tumors in the mouth and lungs, and activate or accelerate cancers that are already present or dormant.
- Smoking nicotine is becoming less socially acceptable. Nicotine users may face higher health insurance premiums. Some employers will not hire smokers.
Student perspectives
"I tried smoking nicotine, but didn't do it long because I noticed it stressed me out more."
—Fourth-year student, University of West Georgia
"Positive effects: felt calmer. Negative: became addicted and needed more and more to feel the effects."
—Second-year student, Utah State University
- Main takeaway Compounds that are sold to consumers as "smart drugs" (e.g., piracetam, aniracetam, oxiracetam) may do nothing more than generate expensive urine.
- Effectiveness Studies confirm that these drugs offer little to zero cognitive enhancement. The FDA has declared them "unsafe" (FDA Warning Letters, 2010). False expectations about these medications may arise from misunderstandings of studies involving patients with mild cognitive decline or the early stages of dementia (e.g., Alzheimer's disease) who experienced slight, temporary cognitive improvements. People with advanced dementia and those with normal cognition showed no benefit from these drugs (Current Pharmaceutical Design, 2002).
- How they work These medications resemble GABA, a neurotransmitter in the brain, and stimulate fast transmission of nerve signals; they also increase oxygen and blood flow to the brain. Perhaps counterintuitively, this does not produce a meaningful effect (other than a whopping headache).
- Possible side effects Headache, anxiety, insomnia, agitation, nervousness, hyperkinesia (involuntary jerking movements)
- Need to know
- These medications have not been approved by the FDA for legitimate medical uses.
- Piracetam (previously sold online) cannot legally be sold as a dietary supplement in the US.
- The FDA monitors the websites of vendors who sell these products and make false claims.
- Studies have shown no cognitive benefit to the general population of using other prescription drugs designed to treat Alzheimer's, which also have significant side effects.
Student perspectives
"I have taken a 'nootropic' in an attempt to help supplement my prescription medication for ADHD. Unfortunately, I found that nootropics actually made the ADHD more [severe] and I discontinued usage."
—Second-year graduate student, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
"It helps me with word availability and gives me crazy dreams."
—Fourth-year student, University of California, Los Angeles
"I found out this helped some of my fellow students (I had a lot of respect for their knowledge) so I figured I would give it a whirl. I did not like it. I'll stick with my mediocre knowledge and drug-free lifestyle."
—Second-year student, St. Lawrence College, Canada
- Main takeaway Prescription medications, such as Ritalin, Adderall, and Concerta, are used to treat people diagnosed with ADHD. In people without ADHD, they act as direct stimulants, increasing wakefulness. They do not boost intellect or grades, and can have unpredictable side effects.
- Effectiveness In people with ADHD, these medications correct neurological imbalances that diminish concentration and increase distractibility, potentially improving focus and helping people complete a task (Frontiers in Neuroscience, 2013). For those who do not have ADHD, they are simply stimulants and may actually increase distractibility.
- How they work Certain neurotransmitters that send stimulatory signals are normally taken up into the cells; these drugs block that process, allowing more stimulatory effects.
- Possible side effects Increased distractibility, increased pulse and blood pressure, headache, insomnia, and high risk for misuses and/or dependence.
- Need to know
- ADHD medications do not boost intellect; using them when ADHD is not present is associated with lower grades (Addiction, 2005).
- Used without medical supervision, ADHD medication can have unpredictable side effects and may be more risky in combination with high doses of caffeine or other drugs (such as alcohol).
- Obtaining these drugs without a prescription through diversion (the illegal distribution of a prescription drug) carries the risk of arrest, legal penalties, and school disciplinary sanctions.
Student perspectives
"Adderall did help me focus, but I ran through a red light without realizing it, so I never took it again."
—Second-year graduate student, Johns Hopkins University, Maryland
"Adderall gave me laser-like focus and a kind of calm euphoria or feeling that things would work out. It seriously messed with my sleep, though."
—Third-year student, Ridgewater College, Minnesota
"I wish these drugs weren't so easily obtainable through both doctors and students because they can be addicting. Over time, I eventually developed an addiction to Adderall, and to this day, I usually cannot function without taking it."
—Second-year student, Del Mar College, Texas
Who's using what in college?
Caffeine use is common among students, and sizable minorities of students have used energy drinks and other high-dose caffeinated substances, surveys show. The vast majority of students have not used prescription "study drugs" that were not prescribed for them.
Most students are not misusing stimulants
In a national, anonymous survey of more than 80,000 students, 88 percent said that in the past 12 months they had not used a prescription drug that wasn't prescribed to them (National College Health Assessment, Spring 2016). Of the minority who had chosen to use medications that weren't prescribed for them, stimulants were the most common (7 percent had used).
In a recent survey by SH101, here's what students reported about their lifetime use of substances that they hoped would improve their alertness or performance:
Why some students wouldn't use again
In each substance category in the chart below, around one in three students who had used this type of substance said they would not use it again. Most students who did not intend to use again cited concerns about how the substance(s) might affect their general well-being. Some said their use was a one-off event (e.g., to help them complete a single assignment). Some did not care for the side effects. Some were concerned about possible long-term consequences: "[Adderall] definitely increased my ability to focus, but I turned away from it because it was obviously habit forming," said a third-year student at Ridgewater College, Minnesota.
Source: SH101 survey, October 2016, 1,000+ respondents (not representative of students nationally)
What are the legal, professional, and academic implications of misusing prescription drugs?
Anyone who illegally accesses, uses, or distributes prescription drugs is violating federal law, and likely state law and your school's code of conduct. Unauthorized possession of scheduled, non-narcotic substances (such as stimulant medications) is at minimum a misdemeanor. Possession of scheduled narcotics (such as methadone or Percocet) is more serious. You may be subject to federal and state charges and penalties, and/or school sanctions. A criminal record may limit your future employment prospects, damage your reputation, and threaten your academic career and scholarships. Colleges can enact sanctions against students for crimes committed on and off campus; these can include academic probation, fines, rescinding scholarships, or expulsion.
"Doctor shopping" This means visiting multiple physicians with the goal of obtaining several prescriptions for the same or similar medications, and/or using more than one pharmacy to fill these prescriptions.
- The laws vary by state, but you will likely be red flagged by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
- If this happens, your name will be entered into a database and shared with all physicians and pharmacies, preventing you from obtaining and filling more than one prescription for certain medications.
- You may end up reliant on one source for prescribing and dispensing drugs.
- Your access to drugs you need when you need them may be reduced long-term; for example, when a "doctor shopper" is injured in a car accident, it may be harder for them to get prescribed pain relief medications.
Falsifying symptoms Pretending you have certain symptoms can get you barred from seeing some physicians.
Tampering with prescription forms Doing this with the intention to get drugs is a felony, punishable by fines and jail. It would likely result in fewer physicians and pharmacies being willing to help you in a time of real need.
Use of prescription substances without a prescription Legal penalties are based on the type of substance, when, and how you were caught (for example, whether you were possessing the drug or using it), and how much of the substance you obtained. Possession is often charged as a misdemeanor. Having large amounts of a substance implies that you intend to distribute it, resulting in heavier charges and penalties.
Giving away or selling your medication This is called "drug diversion," and it's a felony. Giving a drug away is considered the same as selling it for cash. People caught selling (or buying) diverted drugs may face fines or jail, and have to attend mandatory treatment for drug abuse, as these penalties vary by state.
Student perspective
"I had a friend actually go to prison for this. Even though it was a misdemeanor, he had to do six months."
—Fourth-year student, Ashford University (online)
"Many of my (mostly guy) friends have asked me for some Ritalin, but once they discovered I was unwilling to partake in that illegal activity, they stopped asking."
—Third-year undergraduate, Gonzaga University, Washington
Colten McMillan
Second-year student, Nova Scotia Community College, Waterfront Campus
Looking for a way to increase your productivity without risking side effects? Forgetting assignment due dates or the dates and times of events leaves you missing out on important or fun times. Remember the Milk helps to organize a busy life—the reality for most, if not all, students. As soon as you know when something's due or when your next club meeting is, simply input the info into the app and it will remind you what's going on. Magic!
Do we all turn into slugs in college, or is it just me? This app helped me keep track of my schedules.
The app itself isn't all too entertaining—but the opportunities and newfound free time definitely are!
This app has helped me put an end to poor time management—and my slug-ness. I even found time to be more active.
Free confidential help: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Online tool for finding treatment locally: SAMSHA
Tips on managing student life: Coalition to Prevent ADHD Medication Misuse (CPAMM)
Honest info on drug research: Truth.com
Accurate (if a tad dry) messaging: Medline
Extensive info including historical context: Erowid
Article sources
Steve Lux, MS, former senior health educator, Northern Illinois University.
Advokat, C., & Scheithauer, M. (2013). Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) stimulant medications as cognitive enhancers. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 7, 82. doi:10.3389/fnins.2013.00082
American College Health Association. (2016). National College Health Assessment Undergraduate Student Reference Group. Retrieved from https://www.acha-ncha.org/docs/NCHA-II%20SPRING%202016%20UNDERGRADUATE%20REFERENCE%20GROUP%20EXECUTIVE%20SUMMARY.pdf
Duchan, E., Patel, N. D., & Feucht, C. (2010). Energy drinks: A review of use and safety for athletes. Physician and Sportsmedicine, 38(2), 171–179. doi:10.3810/psm.2010.06.1796
Ernest, D., Chia, M., & Corallo, C. E. (2010). Profound hypokalaemia due to Nurofen Plus and Red Bull misuse. Critical Care and Resuscitation, 12(2), 109–110. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20513219
Food and Drug Administration. (2010). Warning Letters—Unlimited Nutrition. Retrieved from www.fda.gov
Gualtieri, F., Manetti, D., Romanelli, M. N., & Ghelardini, C. (2002). Design and study of piracetam-like nootropics, controversial members of the problematic class of cognition-enhancing drugs. Current Pharmaceutical Design, 8(2), 125–138. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11812254
Housman, J. M., Williams, R. D., Jr., & Woolsey, C. L. (2016). Impact of alcohol and alcohol mixed with energy drinks on non-medical prescription stimulant use in a nationally representative sample of 12th-grade students. American Journal on Addictions, 25(5), 378–384. doi:10.1111/ajad.12390
McCabe, S. E., Knight, J. R., Teter, C. J., & Wechsler, H. (2005). Non-medical use of prescription stimulants among US college students: Prevalence and correlates from a national survey. Addiction, 100(1), 96–106. doi:10.1111/j.1360-0443.2005.00944.x
Mora-Rodriguez, R., & Pallares, J. G. (2014). Performance outcomes and unwanted side effects associated with energy drinks. Nutrition Reviews, 72, Suppl 1, 108–120. doi:10.1111/nure.12132
Spiller, H. A., Borys, D., Griffith, J. R., Klein-Schwartz, W., et al. (2009). Toxicity from modafinil ingestion. Clinical Toxicology, 47(2), 15–156. doi:10.1080/15563650802175595
Student Health 101 surveys, October and November 2016.

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igh on a bluff in Stafford County, Virginia, overlooking the Rappahannock River and the town of Fredericksburg beyond, stands the 18th-century plantation house called Chatham. For years this house stood as the centerpiece of a prosperous estate supported by nearly 100 slaves. Between 1862 and 1864 it became, in turn, an army headquarters, a communications center, a hospital, a campsite, and a refuge from the cold for Union soldiers.
The setting of Chatham has changed little over the years, so it is easy to imagine what it was like during the Civil War. Standing on the terraced lawn, you can see where thousands of Union soldiers descended the nearby ravine and passed over the river on pontoon bridges. From the high ground above the ravine, artillery shells flew overhead to clear the soldiers' way to the battle lines where many met death or were grievously wounded. Turning back toward the house, you can envision the scene after the battle--the dark figures of men and women holding lanterns to light the way for the ambulances and supply wagons, the moaning of the hundreds of Union wounded who were taken to that makeshift hospital, and the lawns that quickly had become trampled, raw, and muddy from feet, hooves, and wagon wheels. Off by the few trees left standing were scattered arms, legs, hands, and feet, the grisly results of the surgeons' amputations.
Four major Civil War battles were fought in the countryside surrounding Chatham. Wartime figures, famous and ordinary, passed through the house, some who would move on to greatness, some cast adrift by the upheaval of military occupation, and some far from homes they would never see again. In the wake of passing armies, Chatham, like the war-torn town visible from its front door, emerged standing, but forever changed by the turmoil of civil war.
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Getting Started: Inquiry Question
Setting the Stage: Historical Context
Locating the Site: Maps
Determining the Facts: Readings
Visual Evidence: Images
Putting It All Together: Activities
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Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
This lesson is based on Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park and Cemetary, one of the thousands of properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places.


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Coleen Rowley provides her top 10 ways to be a good citizen. Coleen Rowley was Chief Division Counsel in the FBI's Minneapolis office who exposed pre-911 failings and testified to Congress. Her memo to FBI Director Robert Mueller in connection with the Joint Intelligence Committee's Inquiry led to a two year long Department of Justice Inspector General investigation. Rowley was one of three whistleblowers chosen as persons of the year by TIME magazine. In April 2003, following an unsuccessful attempt to warn the Director and other administration officials about the dangers of launching the invasion of Iraq, Rowley stepped down from her legal position to go back to being a Special Agent. She retired from the FBI at the end of 2004 and now speaks, writes, and takes action for peace.
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Some symptoms of multiple sclerosis can be maddening, others frustrating. But some are downright frightening.
I've found myself not able to make change, only to later find that numbers made no sense to me. I have been all but lost for my inability to recognize landmarks on a well-traveled route. I have even been reduced to tears when full chunks of a day are just "gone" from my short-term memory.
My docs have never been able to explain why this happens to some people with MS and not to others. Now, new research may help them not only explain, but anticipate why some people – like me –have memory and cognitive problems, and others do not.
A study released today has turned the old thinking about MS white-matter damage on its ear, and possibly linked certain brain locations to certain types of MS dysfunction.
For years, it was thought that damage to the brain's so-called white matter (the network of nerves which carry signals to and from the brain) could not predict what kind of MS issues a person would have. But thanks to new imaging technology called diffusion tensor imaging researchers were able to three-dimensionally map areas of white-matter damage in people with MS. They believe this damage may be linked to specific deficits and MS symptoms, specifically cognitive dysfunction.
What this means for us: They used to say that they couldn't tell which lesions were causing what symptoms of MS, but now it just might be possible. For me personally, I'd be interested to know if diffusion tensor would show damage that does not show on regular MRI.
When I've had scary cognitive episodes, T-3 MR scans have shown very few new enhancing lesions. These deep MRI scans do show some brain atrophy and the awfully-named "black holes". But diffusion tensor imaging could get so much more detailed.
While studies like these may seem like "DUH!" moments for those of us living with MS, there is real scientific hope for me in reading between the lines.
If (some will say "when," but I'm a pragmatist) there's a way to repair damage already done and restore what's been lost, knowing which damage spots to attack first may very well be helpful. If someone's biggest issues are cognitive, this new research may help in targeting treatment.
I don't know whether new studies like this make me feel any more hopeful for my own course of multiple sclerosis. I may have come to a place where my focus is in helping the next generation of newly diagnosed. I'm not sure knowing without yet having the ability to "fix it" would be of any comfort to me. I am pretty sure that exciting breakthroughs like this will fuel research dollars and new researchers with new ideas to test.
That is something that I can get my grumpy old, cognitively-fogged self behind.
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Greg Rucka: Final Crisis: Revelations & More
Martian Manhunter's death has ticked off more than just the fans complaining on internet. Killing the last green Martian on Earth is a genocide, and God's not too happy about it.
In Final Crisis: Revelations, the five-issue mini-series from writer Greg Rucka and penciler Philip Tan, God enacts his revenge upon those responsible for the death of Martian Manhunter through his spirit of vengeance in the DC Universe, The Spectre. With deceased Gotham police officer Crispus Allen now serving as human host, the Spectre serves as God's arm of justice in the DCU, with almost unlimited powers of vengeance.
And while villains need to watch out for the Spectre's wrath, what makes things a little more interesting is that Crispus Allen's former partner and friend, Renee Montoya as the Question, needs to watch out too.
Kicking off on August 13th in a 30-page issue his 52 co-writer Geoff Johns recently called the "best thing Greg Rucka's ever written," Revelations promises to not only explore The Spectre's cosmic-level powers, but will also tell the story of Crispus Allen and Renee Montoya since they both evolved from two hard-working cops into powerful costumed characters. And with the world falling apart around them in Final Crisis, what starts out as an act of vengeance between two former friends becomes an epic story introducing the broader spiritual concepts of crime and punishment in the DCU.
Newsarama talked to Rucka about Revelations, following up on our announcement of the series back when the secrets of Final Crisis couldn't yet be discussed. Now that Renee's role has been introduced in Final Crisis #1, and the precursor for the Spectre's story was revealed with the death of Martian Manhunter, Rucka talked about what Revelations will explore, what role the Religion of Crime plays in the story, and what's up with this "list" of costumed villains he's allowed to kill.
Newsarama: Greg, we've talked to you before about Revelations, but not since Final Crisis began. And it's been revealed that Renee Montoya is investigating the Dark Side Club. Is that what drives her role in your story?
Greg Rucka: Yes, but there's a gap there, and that's what we'll reveal in Revelations. Renee has found herself, despite her every effort, the head of this very vile heart of the Religion of Crime. When we last saw her in The Question: Five Books of Blood, she had become the head of the Order of the Stone, which are a monk-ish order devoted to the Religion of Crime. And the Order of the Stone are very purpose-driven. For lack of a better term, they're warrior monks. And they do awful, awful things, but they have access to all this knowledge.
So we have an empty bit between the end of Five Books of Blood and the beginning of Final Crisis. And somewhere in there, the Question has gone from saying "How did I get here?" to saying, "Oh, so this is what's going on." And that's what activates her when we see her in Final Crisis and what Grant's doing. Her investigation.
At the same time, she's discovered something very direct. And that discovery is what's motivating her actions in Revelations.
NRAMA: So while investigating the Dark Side Club, she's found something...
GR: Yeah. It's even prior to that. She goes to Turpin pursuing that investigation as a result of what she's learned off-screen. That dovetails into what she's trying to accomplish in Revelations.
NRAMA: You had told us before that this series was originally conceived as a Question story that would look at Final Crisis from a "street" level, but you didn't feel that would fill a whole mini-series. What was so attractive to you as a writer about adding The Spectre to the story and making it larger in scope through working with those two characters together?
GR: I was immediately in love with juxtaposing the two characters. You take the Question, who is arguably one of the most street-level characters, and you put her opposite the Spectre, who is arguably the most powerful in the DCU and whose perspective is theoretically the most cosmic -- the character who can see everything, because he's the character who's working from the point of view of infinity. And suddenly that's a much more interesting story.
The Question's story in Revelations is there. She has a story. But this story is primarily about the Spectre. It's about taking Cris and showing who this guy is now that he's the Spectre, and what his conflicts are. And once we opened up that idea, and looked at the rest of Final Crisis, it was obvious this is what the story had to be about.
NRAMA: You say you want to show "who this guy is." Who is Crispus Allen right now, as this story begins?
GR: He starts the series in a really bad place, because he may have divine power, but he hates his boss. And he hates his job. More than anything, Revelations is Cris' story and his evolution further into the role of the Spectre. Emotionally, he starts from a place where he just hates God. The first thing he did when he got the job was God told him to kill his son. That gets you off on a bad foot.
That said, the initiating action for the Spectre is the action in Final Crisis, which is the death of the Martian Manhunter. This is a genocide. This is the death of the last Martian of his kind. It's the murder of a hero. It's a vile, vile crime in the context of the DC Universe. And The Spectre goes to exact vengeance for it. And that starts his ball rolling.
NRAMA: And after Martian Manhunter's murder, The Spectre seeks out Renee, right?
GR: Yeah. He comes to kill her. When the Spectre seeks you out, it's never a good thing. If it was Cris just showing up to say, "Hey, by the way, I'm dead, but not really," that would be a very different meeting. And a very different book. And that's not quite this reunion. This reunion is, "You are responsible for the acts of this cult. And God wants you punished."
You can guess the reunion isn't exactly a joyous one. And it sort of goes from there.
NRAMA: You've said before that you were given a list of villains that could be killed in this mini-series. Is this destruction of villains also part of the vengeance for Martian Manhunter's death?
GR: Yeah. That was a large part of it. One of the things we talked about with the Spectre was that we never see him killing anybody in costume. [laughs] You know? And there are some good reasons for that, obviously, just because there are certain ideas that are going to conflict with the way the DC Universe has to work. You can't have the Spectre going through the DC Universe and going, "Well, you know, Joker, I've had enough of you" and killing the Joker. You can't do it for obvious reasons.
But you have to justify that with a story. And to justify that with a story is to show that it's outside of his purview. The Spectre takes vengeance on those people God allows him to take vengeance on. And that's the important governor there. On one level, the Spectre is the most powerful being in the DCU. On another level, he's an errand boy because he's got to be very tightly controlled. And we've seen what happens when the Spectre isn't controlled.
NRAMA: But Greg, if the people responsible for Martian Manhunter's death are being held accountable here, aren't the people who were in that room when he was killed going to be the most at risk? And doesn't this tie pretty directly into that scene in Final Crisis?
GR: Well, yeah. Our first issue is really very tightly bound to the events of Final Crisis #1. But doing five issues of the Spectre hunting down everybody who was in that room is not, to me, a good mini-series. That's going to be a long, drawn-out process, and I would get bored with that real fast.
NRAMA: So this is a whole lot more complex than just hunting down villains?
GR: Yeah. That's where we start, but that's not where we end. That's issue #1, but that's not at all what's going on by issue #2. By the time we hit issue #3, things have gone from bad to absolutely as bad as they can get. And a lot of the action in Revelations ties to the actions in Final Crisis. So there are things that happen in Final Crisis #3 and #4 that are directly impacting the world. And one of the things you get in Revelations is the street-level view of that attack. Grant's writing this huge thing, and he's got a limited number of pages, and he's got to jump around the world and juggle all these characters. I can work with a handful of people in a single location, so we can really go in and say, "This is what it looks like in Gotham when this stuff happens. This is what it looked like the day the lights went out. This is what it looked like when it started raining blood. This is what it looked like when everybody set down their tools and went on a rampage."
Grant throws out these big ideas, then he goes off to write his space story that is The Odyssey, and I get to look closer at these ideas. And my satisfaction as a writer comes from really exploring things emotionally in terms of drama and the action that comes out of them. It's the same as if you take a character and you get in there and really write from their point of view; all of the sudden the world opens up. And I love doing that. And it's a lot of fun with these characters.
NRAMA: Are The Question and The Spectre the main two players in the comic?
GR: Yes, but there's a third. The third player doesn't enter until the second issue. It's a new character who is both new and very old. The trick with introducing the Crime Bible in 52 was that the concept of the Religion of Crime is pretty clearly one that should have been etched in the DCU for a long time. So we were trying to introduce a concept that was actually an extrapolation of an established idea. This character represents something that Dan DiDio and [series editor] Eddie Berganza and I felt should have been there all along, but for some reason or another, was overlooked. It's a character that goes hand-in-hand with The Spectre. And I don't want to say a whole lot more about it until we meet this character in issue #2.
NRAMA: For Final Crisis readers, will this mini-series supplement the use in that series of the Religion of Crime? Does it explain the concept behind the religion?
GR: It does. I mean, a character doesn't turn around and say, "This is what the Religion of Crime is," with a page of dialogue explaining it. But in the course of the story, it becomes very clear what the Religion of Crime has always been driving for. And frankly, it's a no-brainer, because you can see the nuance and the goal they're pursuing. It's a major part of the Revelations mini-series. Establishing this religion and its purpose on Earth and what it does has been in preparation of the battlefield that is Final Crisis. It makes what the bad guys are doing in Final Crisis that much easier to accomplish. These two things have always been part of the same whole. This is a destined moment.
NRAMA: Since we last talked to you, fans have also seen your portrayal of Crispus Allen as a cop in Batman: Gotham Knight, the animated DVD released earlier this month that takes place between Batman Begins and The Dark Knight. Was writing the character within the movie universe, then writing him now as a cosmic entity in Revelations a challenge?
GR: Well, that script was written two years ago. But yeah, it was far stranger writing him for Gotham Knight and seeing him for the first time as an animated character. When I first saw him, I was like, "Wow." Talk about seeing a character who is right on model. And he's saying stuff that I wrote! Hearing that voice aloud versus hearing the voice in my head? Very strange. Writing him in the comic, I've never lost touch with the character. When he died then became the Spectre, that was just the next evolution in that character's journey, in much the same way Renee becoming The Question was the next evolution in that character's journey.
So Cris' journey and evolution as the Spectre is a very large part of Revelations, and also explaining whether this man was a good choice or a bad choice to be the Spectre. And if he's a bad choice, what's to be done?
NRAMA: And as you've already said, he's not exactly an enthusiastically functioning Spectre right now.
GR: Yeah. It's FINAL Crisis. It's not exactly a good time for the Spectre to say, "I hate my job." [laughs] Can you step up a little bit?? Please?? Creation's kind of in trouble here and you're navel-gazing!! Get to work! You know? And there's that element to this story too.
NRAMA: We haven't talked about Philip Tan's art. There's a lot of buzz about his work on this series. Is it that good?
GR: Oh my God! Really. I mean, this stuff is amazing. I suppose I'm starting to sound like a broken record, but I cannot say enough good things about what Philip is doing. He was presented to me by Eddie Berganza, who said to look at what he'd been doing. And I did, and my jaw dropped. And then the pages started coming in for Revelations, and it was incredible. I run the risk of hyperbole and overstating it. You know, I'm a fan too. I get leery when I hear creators say, "Oh! Exclamation point! Exclamation point!" It's like, let's dial down the hype and let me see it before I mortgage my house and buy 5,000 of these things. But Philip is doing truly outstanding work. I've never done a project with an artist who has such a grand sense of scale. As a professional, he's amazing. As a collaborator, he's amazing. His work ethic is such that I feel lazy. He sinks his teeth into everything he does. And Jonathan Glapion's inks over him are just making it even sweeter. I mean, it really looks gorgeous. It's such a pretty book.
NRAMA: And for your fans, Greg, can we get two quick updates -- one on the book and one on the movie. What's the latest on your next novel?
GR: The new novel is going to be coming out in '09. The working title is The Walking Dead. With apologies to Mr. Kirkman. [laughs] But you know, it's funny because when I was writing it, you know, with the subject matter, that struck me as the right title. Somebody actually pointed it out on my blog that it's the same title. But luckily you can't copyright a title. So that's the working title. It may change. We'll see. For right now, it's The Walking Dead. And it's the new Kodiak novel that follows Patriot Acts. And I'm pretty happy with it.
With the Whiteout movie, I wish I could tell you about more. But I can say, wait for San Diego. There's a Dark Castle panel on Thursday, and they're going to be talking about the upcoming slate of films and new material. And I've been told we can expect a release date and possibly the unveiling of the poster. But I could be wrong. I don't work down there. But my understanding is they have a release date now and there will be an official announcement shortly.
NRAMA: Is there anything else you want to tell people about Revelations?
GR: Just that I'm very, very proud of the work we've done on this. I think it's exciting. And I think it's really cool. And I think that it's one of those rare instances where we have a large event book in the DCU going on, which is Final Crisis, and then we've got supplemental material like this and Legion of 3 Worlds that really tell their own stories. Yet it is value added content. I think it really elevates what you get in the other comics. But it's a great stand-alone as well.


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The 1991 Ferrari F40 Lee Iaccoca bought new sold for an impressive $710,000 at yesterday's RM Auctions Arizona event. While the car had two owners after Iacocca sold the car it had an amazing 283 miles on it when it arrived in Arizona to be auctioned.
This F40 was 94th of the 213 U.S.-specification F40s when it was built during October 1990. Almost as amazing as the car's low mileage is the fact the car remains on the Manufacturers Statement of Origin, meaning it has never been registered. Although the car's price seems high it falls close to the middle of RM's pre auction estimate of $650,000-$750,000.
We know it is the car's low mileage and the fact that it remains on the MSO that makes this F40 so collectible and accordingly valuable. Even so, the idea of having an F40 in the garage that you can't drive sounds to us like a cruel form of torture. We're guessing whoever paid $710,000 for this ultra low mileage Ferrari might have a different take on owning the car.
Hat tip to ShantJ, resident Citroën fanboi!
[RM Auctions via Classics & Sports Car Facebook]


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Tangy Fruit Chicken Salad
When served with hot rolls or muffins, this tangy salad is a terrific alternative to the usual lunchtime fare. It is also a great way to use leftover chicken or turkey.
Total TimePrep/Total Time: 20 min.
Makes6 servings
- 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
- 2 cups cubed cantaloupe
- 2 cups cubed honeydew
- 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup green grapes
- 1 cup halved fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
- 3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon celery salt
- 4 to 5 teaspoons water
- Leaf lettuce
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, fruit, celery and onion. In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, orange juice concentrate, sugar and celery salt. Add enough water to achieve drizzling consistency. Place lettuce on plates; top with chicken mixture. Drizzle with dressing; sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.


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Today's Good Free App of the Day comes from our friends at Digital Storytime, who rated the app 4-1/2 stars out of five! We're working on teaching Lily to swim, so this app comes at the perfect time for my family.
The original print edition of the book was inspired by a terrible tragedy, which is the focus on a video contained in a separate part of the app.
If you would like to download Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim (iPad/iPhone, FREE), please support smartappsforkids.com by using this link:
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From their review:
This lightly interactive story app is based on the 2002 print title by the same name. Vetted by water safety experts, Stewie the Duck Learns to Swim is a wonderful way to teach young children about water safety. Emphasizing the need to wear a life vest, have an adult watching you and ultimately to learn to swim, this title presents drowning-prevention in a fun way that children will enjoy...
...Under the "For Parents" section you'll find a video from the parents who started the foundation that created this free (at least at the time of review) app. But be warned, their story is both inspirational and heart-breaking, mentioning their 21-month-old who died in a drowning accident. Their crusade to make sure other parents can avoid this kind of tragedy is exceptional. Additional water safety and prevention tips are included in this section, along with web links.


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I had a fantastic weekend with hubby home! We spent the whole time together and I enjoyed every minute of it. I was sad to see him leave again this morning.
For breakfast, I had 2 slices of peanut butter and banana toast with 1 cup of 1% milk for 8 points.
I spent the morning catching up on some blogs, doing laundry and other chores around the house instead of going back to bed. I wasn't so tired this morning and it felt good to get some things done!
Hubby got to stop for a minute on his way out of town, so I got to see him again and get one last kiss for the week. But then I had to say goodbye all over again and that's no fun!
For my first break, I had a green smoothie (usual) and 100 calorie Kettle Corn for 4 points total.
For lunch, I had whole wheat pasta with chicken and spaghetti sauce with a side of green beans for 8 points. I also had a glass of iced tea.
And for a sweet ending I had a Ghirardelli Dark chocolate with strawberry filling square for 2 points.
On my last break, I had 2 Cuties clementines for 0 points.
And brought back a cup of Duchess Grey tea for 0 points.
It was a long, busy day at work today and I was happy when 5:00 came!
For supper, I had a cheese and chicken quesadilla with avocado for 9 points.
And for dessert, I had FF/SF chocolate pudding topped with about a cup of fresh strawberries for 2 points.
That leaves me with 1 point left for the day.
After supper, I cleaned the house. And you can bet I count this as activity! It took me 1 hour and 25 minutes and I burned 387 calories. Nice! I try to keep moving and sometimes just stop cleaning to dance to a good song. Yes, I'm a nerd!
And by the way, I had a perfect month of workouts in February! My goal is to workout 5 days each week- and I did!!
I don't know about you, but I LOVE organized blogger 5k's. They give me the inspiration to run a 5k and get some activity in. And guess what? Vegan Chick Pea is hosting a St. Patrick's Day 5k! How fun!! Make sure to check it out! I will definitely be participating and I hope you will too!


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ras and i spoke last night and thought that holding the workshop group meeting in tandem with tuesday's drama workshops would be a good idea as many of the people interested in the group participate in that particular workshop.
i think holding the meeting just prior to the drama group is best - about 8:30/9ish? that way anyone who is not taking part can get away afterwards.
anyone have any particularly strong objections.
ras - i will provide a book to keep meeting notes etc. in at the next meeting.
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Campground Owners of New York (CONY), a trade association of privately owned campgrounds in New York State, has initiated its first-ever association-wide fundraiser benefiting Camp Good Days and Special Times, a New York state-based organization providing camping experiences to children with cancer.
Member campgrounds and RV Parks across New York are participating in this fundraiser. All proceeds raised by CONY will be donated directly to Camp Good Days and Special Times at a ceremony to be held at CONY's annual Exposition and Trade Show in November.
According to CONY's Marketing & Communications Director Suzanne Bixby, CONY members are raising funds in a variety of ways.
"All through the summer camping season, CONY campgrounds and RV parks are displaying change-collection jars, selling t-shirts and paper balloons, and hosting fundraising events such as raffles, dances, barbeques, walks, and more," Bixby said. "We think this is going to be a positive kickoff to an annual charitable activity by CONY, and we're pleased to start our good works by helping a great New York state-based charity like Camp Good Days."
For more information about CONY's summer fundraiser efforts for Camp Good Days and Special Times, contact the CONY office at (585) 586-4360 or [email protected] For more information about Camp Good Days and Special Times, go to www.campgooddays.org.


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Jay Leno: "Thanks for coming out on such a hot day. … It was so hot, Barack Obama met with Al Gore just for the shade."
Jay Leno: "Yesterday, a bunch of these Bear Stearns hedge funds guys were arrested for shady business practices. Talk about turning lemons into lemonade, today Bear Stearns…announced they're opening a new division specializing in bail bonds."
Jay Leno: "The government says they're focusing on some e-mails that show these guys may have given bad investment advice. For example, a lot of the e-mails began, 'I'm a diplomat currently living in exile in Nigeria.'"
Jay Leno: "President Bush and Senator John McCain were both touring the flood-damaged areas of Iowa this week, but they did not cross each other's path. McCain said he didn't want to join up with Bush because that might send the wrong message. You know, nothing turns voters off more than people getting together for a noble cause."
Jay Leno: "Well, listen to this. According to a Pentagon report this week, more than 1,000 nuclear missile components in the US arsenal are lost and cannot be located. Huh? We can't even find our own weapons of mass destruction."
Jay Leno: "In their defense," the "Air Force said today there is a big difference between something being missing and just not being able to find it, which would be okay if you're talking about a pair of lost sunglasses!
Jay Leno: "Today, Ralph Nader attacked Barack Obama for refusing to accept public financing for his campaign and said that Obama was too closely tied to big business. … Yeah, then the guy sitting next to Nader on the park bench said, 'Shut up!'"
David Letterman: "President Bush has ordered…his troops now to find Osama bin Laden. Yep. Boy, he really jumped on that one, didn't he?"
Conan O'Brien: "Last night, President Bush held a celebration at the White House honoring jazz. … Yeah. It was an awkward moment when Bush said, 'This is great. It's just like being in an elevator.'"


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NCHSAA Volleyball Championships feature strong field
High School Playbook
RALEIGH – The 37th edition of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association state volleyball championships is slated for Saturday at historic Reynolds Coliseum on the North Carolina State University campus.
The opener of the quadruple header gets underway with the 2-A final at noon as South Granville (22-5) takes on perennial power North Surry (32-2). South Granville, led by Carolina 12 Player of the Year Mary Catherine Preddy, is in the championship match for the first time while North Surry is in the finals for the third time with the 2009 championship under its collective belt. Kristina Rumplasch is one of the Greyhounds' top players.
The 3-A championship at 2:30 will have defending 3-A champion Raleigh Cardinal Gibbons (19-3) China Grove Jesse Carson (35-3).
Gibbons returns to the championships for the eighth consecutive year (in two different classifications) and is led by 6-3 middle blocker Haleigh Nelson, who is bound for Wisconsin to continue her career. Jesse Carson, a team with only two seniors, swept Enka in three sets on Wednesday night in a weather-delayed Western Regional to advance to the finals. Carson is seeking its first NCHSAA state championship in any sport.
The 4-A final at 5 pm features undefeated Raleigh Leesville Road (27-0) against Charlotte Ardrey Kell (30-1). Leesville is enjoying its best season in school history and is led by Kati Stammen, who was named Player of the Year in the Cap 8. Ardrey Kell, under veteran coach Zoe Bell, is back in the finals for the first time since its 2009 runner-up finish and also has its best record since the school opened. Senior libero Sarah Wyczawski is a key player for Ardrey Kell.
The 1-A championship at 7:30 pm is a battle between the Phoenix of Raleigh Charter (22-5) and the Bearcats of Hendersonville (20-6). Hendersonville is in the finals for an amazing 12th time, with nine previous state championships, and has won an incredible 77 playoff matches all-time. Conference player of the year Joanna Powers leads Raleigh Charter.
Time Warner Cable will be providing television coverage of all four state championships on Carolina On Demand, channels 199 or 1047, on Time Warner systems. The games will be available starting Sunday evening on Time Warner Cable systems statewide.
The Raleigh Sports Consortium, the City of Raleigh and the Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau serve as host city sponsors for this event.


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