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Mini Pupper
Educational quadruped robot for students and robotics enthusiasts
Overview
The Mini Pupper is an open-source, Raspberry Pi-driven quadruped robot kit, suitable for K12 education and robotics enthusiasts. It operates with ROS2, providing capabilities for SLAM, navigation, and computer vision. Available in pre-assembled or DIY variants, it also supports optional sensor upgrades.
Specifications
- Deployment Stage
- Paid Deployment
- Communication
- WiFi
- Degrees of Freedom
- 12
- Height
- 165 mm
- Locomotion
- Quadruped
- Max Speed
- 0.16 m/s
- ROS Compatible
- Yes
- Runtime
- 25 min (claimed, full mobility)
- SDK Support
- Yes
- Sensors
- IMU, camera
- Weight
- 0.56 kg
Where it performs
- Open-source architecture for educational and experimental projects.
- Supports core ROS2 functions including SLAM and computer vision.
- Available in both assembled and DIY configurations for varied skill levels.
What to check before buying
- Battery runtime is stated as 25 minutes, potentially limiting operational periods.
- Optional camera and LiDAR add-ons are not part of the standard package.
- Max speed of 0.16 m/s indicates limited mobility for dynamic environments.