Scientists have achieved something extraordinary — the creation of a 5D glass disc that can store data for billions of years. This breakthrough combines advanced physics, precision engineering, and a bit of science fiction come to life.
Each disc can hold up to 360 terabytes of data. That’s about 100,000 times more than a single DVD! Using ultrafast lasers, researchers carve nanoscale patterns inside glass, encoding information in five dimensions — size, orientation, and three spatial coordinates.
Stronger Than Time Itself
This storage medium isn’t just powerful; it’s nearly indestructible. It can survive temperatures above 1,000°C and exposure to radiation without losing data. Therefore, it could safeguard human knowledge long after today’s devices decay.
Imagine preserving libraries, scientific archives, and cultural history — all within a single, shining disc. In addition, it offers a sustainable alternative to data centers that consume massive energy.
Experts call it a milestone in digital preservation. As a result, the 5D glass disc may become humanity’s ultimate time capsule — a way to ensure our stories never fade.
