The next wave of wireless innovation is surging forward, right into the sub-terahertz spectrum. While this leap opens the door to groundbreaking possibilities, it also introduces complex challenges in test and measurement. That’s why FormFactor teamed up with Keysight Technologies to launch 6G Test Talks—a five-part video series created to give engineers a head start on navigating the future of 6G.

You can check out the first two videos by clicking the links below:

Here’s a snapshot of the remaining three videos in the series:

Episode 3: Cost and Scalability

In this episode, FormFactor’s Giancarlo De Chirico and Keysight Technologies’ Nizar Messaoudi dive into how next-gen 6G innovations can be scaled cost-effectively, from early-stage research to mass production. They break down the diverse range of solutions designed to meet both budget constraints and technical demands, showing how organizations at every level can play a role in shaping the 6G future.

  • Manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic system solutions
  • Scalable terahertz capabilities
  • Full driver support for traditional and modular VNA-based solutions

 

Episode 4: AI

This episode features 6G testing specialists Giancarlo De Chirico of FormFactor and Nizar Messaoudi of Keysight Technologies unpack the growing role of AI and autonomous tools in revolutionizing test processes. From handling massive data streams to ensuring precision in extreme environments, whether cryogenic quantum systems or high-temperature conditions, they reveal how these technologies are reshaping the future of reliable 6G measurements.

  • AI-driven test optimization that analyzes vast volumes of data
  • Autonomous calibration and monitoring
  • Reliable performance in extreme conditions—from high-heat to cryogenic quantum applications

 

Episode 5: Engineering Challenges

In this episode, experts Giancarlo De Chirico of FormFactor and Nizar Messaoudi of Keysight Technologies tackle the big-picture measurement challenges 6G brings to the engineering world. They’ll delve into how core principles like modularity, precision, and scalability are shaping the evolution of advanced testing solutions for the next wireless era.

  • Upgrade. Adapt. Our modular platforms evolve with your 6G test needs
  • Measure with confidence. Advanced manufacturing and ultra-precise components deliver the reliability you need for 6G
  • From Lab to Fab. Our solutions adapt seamlessly to your environment and throughput needs

 

If you’re building or testing devices for tomorrow’s 6G environment, you won’t want to miss these Mission Central 6G Test Talks.