Mini Pupper
$649
Mini Pupper is an open-source, Raspberry Pi-powered quadruped robot dog kit developed by MangDang for robotics enthusiasts, students, and K12 education. It runs ROS2 with support for SLAM, navigation, and OpenCV computer vision, and integrates with generative AI assistants. The kit is sold in pre-assembled and DIY-style variants and supports optional camera and lidar add-ons.
Released: 2021
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Overview
Mini Pupper is an open-source quadruped robot dog created by MangDang, a Hong Kong company specializing in robot products. Launched as the company's first product, it is built around a Raspberry Pi and aims to help robotics enthusiasts, especially students, build their own quadruped robot systems affordably. It is positioned for makers and K12 education, with pre-assembled and DIY-oriented kit options.
Key Features
- Open-source, Raspberry Pi-powered quadruped platform designed for makers and education
- Runs ROS2 with ready-to-use SLAM and Navigation projects
- OpenCV computer vision with support for single and 3D cameras
- Integrates with generative AI assistants including ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude
- Quick setup with pre-assembled kit variants for beginners
- Optional lidar modules for expanded capabilities
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Specifications
Connectivity
| Communication | WiFi |
Mechanics
| Degrees of Freedom | 12 |
| Locomotion | Quadruped |
Performance
| Max Speed | 0.16 m/s |
Physical
| Weight | 0.56 kg |
| Height | 160 mm |
Power
| Battery Life | 0.5 hours |
Sensing
| Sensors | IMU, camera |
Software
| SDK Support | Yes |
| ROS Compatible | Yes |
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