Five-Dimensional Optical Data Storage in Fused Silica Glass: A Paradigm Shift in Long-Term Digital Preservation with Applications to Global Cultural and Scientific Heritage

This dissertation presents a comprehensive analysis of five-dimensional (5D) optical datastorage technology utilizing fused silica glass substrates as a transformative solution tothe escalating challenges of long-term digital preservation. Contemporary data storageparadigms, predicated on magnetic and electronic media, exhibit inherent limitations inlongevity, energy efficiency, and maintenance requirements that render them economicallyand environmentally unsustainable for archival applications.