Is the Earth Flat? Mythbusting with HRI

This demonstration presents a novel human-robot interaction scenario in which two expressive, cost-effective robots debate the scientifically disproven notion that “the Earth is flat.” The demonstration draws attention to the importance of scientific literacy for fostering sustainability awareness. Human participants can join the discussion, challenging misinformation and guiding the robots toward evidence-based reasoning. By combining social robotics with dynamic, adaptive dialogues, this platform highlights how robust public discourse—free from myths and misconceptions—is critical for informed environmental stewardship, ultimately inspiring communities to embrace sustainable practices grounded in sound science.