Researchers unveil lie-detecting robot kiosks that could help airports spot possible terrorists

International travelers could soon be greeted by lie-detecting robot kiosks before crossing the border. The system, known as the Automated Virtual Agent for Truth Assessment in Real Time, has already begun tests with the Canadian Border Services Agency, and it's hoped this can soon help agents screen for criminals and even potential terrorists. The robot uses eye-detection software along with an array of sensors to pick up on the physiological signs that indicate a person is lying, and once it becomes suspicious, it can flag the passenger for further inspection. The system, known as the Automated Virtual Agent for Truth Assessment in Real Time, has already begun tests with the Canadian Border Services Agency, and it's hoped this can soon help agents screen for criminals and even potential terrorists Once a traveler steps up to the kiosk, they will be asked a series of questions, such as: 'Do you have fruits or vegetables in your luggage?' or'Are you carrying any weapons with you?' While this is happening, AVATAR uses eye-detection software and motion and pressure sensors to track any signs of lying or discomfort. To separate the liars from those who are just nervous about flying, it will also ask a number of innocuous baseline questions.