INNOVATIONS UNPLUGGED – the Rohde & Schwarz technology podcast

This episode drops just before Mobile World Congress 2026, where Rohde & Schwarz will showcase cutting-edge solutions for 5G-Advanced, AI-driven networks, and satellite-enabled connectivity. Tune in early to stay ahead of the curve – and join the conversation in Barcelona. How to ensure reliable connectivity in a world where dead zones still lack mobile coverage? Geopolitical tensions, climate events and increasing digital dependency highlight the fragility of terrestrial infrastructure. Now is the moment to understand how satellite‑enhanced 5G will redefine communication resilience. In the latest episode of Innovations Unplugged, we explore how 5G Non‑Terrestrial Networks (5G NTN) will fundamentally change the way we communicate – on land, at sea and in the sky.

Think radar is only for fighter jets? Think again. From automatic toilet flushes to advanced driver assistance to airport security scanners, radar is everywhere – and it’s getting a hyper-realistic upgrade. Drones grounding airports. Cars that must “see” hundreds of meters ahead. AI that learns only as fast as you can feed it clean, labeled data. More and more industries ask for faster, safer testing and reliable AI – without endless, costly real-world trials. This episode explores how digital radar twins and synthetic, perfectly labeled data help accelerate development, lower risk and cost, and power next level radar AI to ensure a safer and connected world.

Let’s imagine being a superhero for a moment. What if you could see through closed containers or sealed packages – without actually opening any of them? What if you could verify what’s in there, find out what’s missing, or even detect hidden threats in seconds – without damaging the box? Metaphorically, millimeter-wave imaging technology is a reality check on Schrödinger’s Paradox. The non-invasive imaging technology is already a game-changer in airport security scanners around the world. Now, curiosity drives Rohde & Schwarz engineers to ask a simple yet powerful question: “What’s next?” In this episode, we’ll take a closer listen to one of their answers and check in with an industry expert on phar-maceutical quality control. **Explore with us** 1. Airport security 2.0: How 100+ images/second enable real-time threat detection in walk-through scanners now certified in Europe. 2. The “first image” moment: Why every new scan is a live experiment and each sample reveals new, real-time data, inspiring innovation. 3. X-Ray vs. millimeter-wave: Why the latter is a solution to verify drug packaging integrity without damaging sensitive biologics. 4. Speed meets precision: Innovations like inverse synthetic aperture radar (ISAR) to process 160 packages/minute in pharma lines. 5. Future-proof tech: From submarine glass to logistics, how mm-wave imaging tech is able to adapt to diverse industries. **Our guest** - Kaspar Widmer-Cantz, industry expert and co-founder of pharma inspection specialist Obviotec, reveals the potential to bridge critical gaps in end-of-line pharmaceutical checks. - Andreas von Lösecke, a Rohde & Schwarz expert for millimeter-wave imaging, breaks down the engineering behind the technology, and explores its potential for future applications across industries. **Our hosts** - Markus Haller, Rohde & Schwarz, blends his expertise as a physicist, former tech journalist, and corporate communications professional to make scientific insights and technological innovations accessible. - Inga Müller-Siedentopp, Rohde & Schwarz, combines a background in economics and political science with experiences in journalism and a passion for corporate storytelling to translate complex technology into stories that stick. **Our topics** mm-wave imaging, pharma quality control, airport security, non-invasive inspection, ISAR technology, Obvi-otec, Rohde & Schwarz, AI, end-of-line testing, material penetration, industrial applications **Join the conversation** Do you have suggestions? What topics are you interested in? We look forward to your email at pod-cast@rohde-schwarz.com **Deep dive** [Find out everything about the R&S Imager and its limitless possibilities](https://www.rohde-schwarz.com/de/loesungen/security/security-screening/imager_256948.html) [Follow the Rohde & Schwarz Automotive channel on LinkedIn to stay up to date on all things imag-ing](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/rohde-schwarz_teaser-rs-mmw-imaging-cluster-activity-7351859581641207808-hIKg?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAhIxg0BXr9YOnO2q2aibCCPNr2rL1Ngi0Y) [Discover Swiss-based pharma inspection specialist Obviotec](https://www.obviotec.com/) [Take a deep dive on security screening solutions and watch the Youtube playlist](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKxVoO5jUTlsICJLGT2pN3bjRdemzQSRa) **Even more Rohde & Schwarz to listen to** [SIGNALS - The Defense Podcast | Rohde & Schwarz](https://www.rohde-schwarz.com/us/solutions/aerospace-and-defense/multi-domain/signals-defense-podcast_257904.html) **About us** Rohde & Schwarz is striving for a safer and connected world with its leading-edge solutions. Committed to innovation for more than 90 years, the independent technology group acts long-term and sustainably, making it a reliable partner to its industry and government customers worldwide. [www.rohde-schwarz.com](https://www.rohde-schwarz.com/)

Let’s leave Earth’s digital comfort zone and explore the simulated Martian wilderness—where the sand is real, the space suits are bulky, and connectivity is crucial. The Austrian Space Forum (ÖWF) regularly emulates the astronautical exploration of the Red Planet, to prepare for future manned missions to Mars. Network technology from LANCOM Systems keeps the analog missions online, even in the most extreme conditions. From high-stakes field tests to digital sovereignty and beyond, this episode blends curiosity and cutting-edge tech to keep Earthlings listening.

Robotik-Anwendungen im Produktionsumfeld sind in der Regel auf Masse ausgelegt. Eine Kleinserienfertigung zu automatisieren, vor allem im Bereich der Elektronikproduktion, ist bislang eine Herausforderung. Künstliche Intelligenz kann Abhilfe schaffen. Wir finden heraus, wie.

Im zweiten Teil geht es um konkrete Projekte: Wie schützt man die Infrastruktur von Sportgroßereignissen, landesweiten Verkehrsnetzen oder sogar globalen Finanzsystemen?

Ein Technikmuseum erklärt, wie Technik funktioniert. Aber wie funktioniert eigentlich ein Technikmuseum? Und welche Geräte von Rohde & Schwarz haben so tiefe Abdrücke in der Geschichte hinterlassen, dass sie es ins Museum geschafft haben? Das erklärt Luise Allendorf.

Eine weltweite Erfolgsgeschichte wurde der Mobilfunk erst mit dem 2G-Standard. Wie es dazu kam und warum die Messtechnik von Rohde & Schwarz dabei eine ganz wesentliche Rolle gespielt hat, erklären unsere Gäste Heinz Mellein und Reiner Stuhlfauth.