New Zealand based manufacturer of frequency timing solutions, primarily quartz crystals and temperature compensated crystal oscillators (TCXO). Since 1990 Rakon has specialised in supplying frequency control products to the GPS industry. Officially founded in 1967 by Warren Robinson. Since 2005 Rakon has been the subject of a number of allegations relating to the use of their products in military operations. In May 2006 the 'New Zealand Herald' ran a large expose around Rakon products being supplied to Rockwell for incorporation in United States Military 'smart bombs'.
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"Oh great - Another US institution reliant on Kiwi special effects" 28 May 2006
Date: 2006
From: Body, Guy Keverne, 1967-: Digital cartoons published in New Zealand Herald
Reference: DCDL-0013112
Description: Shows an American military officer standing next to a fighter plane which has a guided missile attached to one of the wings. The top of the missile opens to reveal a Kiwi representing Rakon. The officer comments that it is another American insitution that is reliant on Kiwi special effects. Refers to New Zealand electronics manufacturer suppling Rockwell for incorporation in United States Military 'smart bombs'. Replacement cartoons for those with file problems on CA-2009-139 (DCCOM-023) Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).