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The 'Mini Pupper' Robotic Dog Kit is Open-Source

The 'Mini Pupper' robotic dog kit is a miniature take on larger, more expensive alternatives on the market that is focused on providing makers and students alike with a way to incorporate the technology into their collection. The robot from the Hong Kong-based startup MangDang features an open-source software that runs on the integrated Rapberry Pi 4B microprocessor that is also compatible for use with the Ubuntu and ROS operating systems. The unit can even be equipped with third-party components like a LiDAR module to allow for a professional-grade experience that doesn't come with the high price tag.

The 'Mini Pupper' robotic dog kit is built with an 800mAh battery pack that will offer 25-minutes of use per 30-minute charge.
Trend Themes
1. Customizable Robot Kits - The growing demand for affordable customizable robot kits is a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to develop open-source software and integrate third-party components like LiDAR modules into their products.
2. Miniature Robotics - The trend of creating miniature versions of popular robot models presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for startups and established companies to tap into a new market of makers and students.
3. Open-source Robotics - The increasing popularity of open-source robotics presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create low-cost robotic devices that can be programmed using a variety of operating systems.
Industry Implications
1. Robotics Industry - The robotics industry can continue to disrupt the market by creating more affordable and efficient models like miniature robotic dog kits.
2. Education Industry - The education industry can provide students with the opportunity to learn about robotics through affordable and customizable robot kits.
3. Consumer Electronics Industry - The consumer electronics industry can tap into the trend of miniature robotics by creating high-quality customizable robotic dog kits for the mass market.

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