"Juno just cross-referenced the metadata," Raj says. "Your file wasn't just deleted. It was overwritten by what looks like… a corrupted firmware update pushed through the university's HVAC system."
They discover that the university’s new "smart climate control," installed by a low-bid contractor, accidentally sent a garbage data packet that hit the physics server at the exact moment Sheldon’s automatic backup ran. The result: every copy of the paper—except one—is now a text file of random temperature readings.
"That leaves the copy in Howard's arm," Amy says. The Big Bang Theory 11-- Temporada Legendas PTBR.
"Leonard, your circadian rhythm is irrelevant. Our life's work is saved on my laptop, the university server, three external hard drives, and—" Sheldon pauses, "—Howard's robotic arm's onboard memory."
They submit the paper with two hours to spare. "Juno just cross-referenced the metadata," Raj says
Sheldon adjusts his glasses. "Emotionally, I'm experiencing what I believe others call 'cautious optimism.' Scientifically, I'm experiencing the need to backup the file in seventeen different locations."
Leonard uploads the file to a brand-new, completely analog-encrypted server (basically a USB stick locked in a safe). Howard fixes his arm, only to discover the "special Bernadette folder" was just recipes. Bernadette smiles innocently. The result: every copy of the paper—except one—is
Penny clinks glasses with Amy. "So… does this mean you two are definitely getting the Nobel?"