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Title: Protecting/Stealing the Trillion-Dollar Bill
 

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  • The security system is analogous to a bathroom scale. This would be a good starting point for investigation.
  • The security system will need an option to arm and disarm for installation and removal. These options should be protected from the common rabble.
  • Despite Mr. Burns’ specifications, the security system should also alert museum security and the police.
  • The Springsonian Museum does not run the heat/AC after hours. The temperature will fluctuate with the season and may be above or below normal.
  • The Springsonian Museum can provide electrical power but little else.
  • Does the system register higher than normal mass? A hooligan could add mass and then remove the crystal block.
  • Does the system register directional changes? A hooligan could pull an “Indiana Jones” switch.

 

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