Track Space Missions
Stay updated on space missions with NASA imagery and daily astronomical highlights.
Track the ISS Position
Get the real-time position of the International Space Station including coordinates and visibility windows.
Quick answer: Use the Space Data tool through ToolRouter to track the iss position directly from Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw — connect once, then drive it with plain-language prompts. No code required.
ToolThe International Space Station orbits Earth every 90 minutes at 28,000 km/h. Knowing its current position is useful for spotting it with the naked eye, for educational demonstrations, and for understanding orbital mechanics with a real, tangible example.
The iss_position skill returns the current latitude, longitude, and altitude of the ISS in real time. This data tells you exactly where over Earth the station is right now and when it might be visible from your location.
Astronomy enthusiasts use this to time their viewing sessions. Teachers use it as a live demonstration of orbital mechanics -- students can see the station's position update in real time and track its path across the globe. App developers use it for ISS tracker applications. Photographers use it to plan when the station will pass over their location for long-exposure shots.
How to track the iss position with Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw
Claude brings multi-step analytical reasoning to space exploration data, connecting NASA imagery with mission context and explaining the science behind astronomical phenomena at whatever knowledge level you need. Each query becomes a layered investigation where Claude traces relationships between current observations and broader research themes, identifies noteworthy near-Earth objects, and synthesizes data from multiple sources into a coherent picture of what is happening in our corner of the universe.
Connect ToolRouter to Claude
1Open connector settings Open Settings
2Add a custom connector with these details
Name
ToolRouterURL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Let Claude set you up Open Claude
How to track the iss position with Claude
Once connected (see setup above), use the Space Data tool:
- Ask Claude: "Where is the ISS right now? Use space-data"
- Claude returns current coordinates and altitude
- Ask: "What country is it flying over? When will it pass over my city?"
- Get visibility predictions for your location
Example prompt for Claude
Try this with Claude using the Space Data tool
Where is the International Space Station right now? Show me its coordinates and tell me what it is flying over.
Tips for Claude
- Ask Claude to calculate when the ISS will next be visible from your city
- Request multiple position checks over time to visualize the orbital path
- Combine with APOD data for a complete daily space briefing
ChatGPT makes space data accessible and exciting by pairing NASA imagery and scientific statistics with rich narrative context that anyone can enjoy. It explains astronomical events in terms that connect abstract science to everyday wonder, suggests the significance of daily space imagery, and helps you create engaging educational or social media content from raw NASA data. Whether you are a science communicator, teacher, or simply someone who looks up at the stars, ChatGPT adds the storytelling layer that brings space data to life.
Connect ToolRouter to ChatGPT
1Go to Settings → Apps → Advanced settings and enable Developer mode
2Click Create app and enter these details
Name
ToolRouterIcon
Download
DownloadDescription
Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.MCP Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Check the box and click Create
How to track the iss position with ChatGPT
Once connected (see setup above), use the Space Data tool:
- Ask: "Track the current position of the ISS"
- ChatGPT returns coordinates with geographic context
- Request: "Will it be visible from London tonight?"
- Get viewing recommendations and timing
Example prompt for ChatGPT
Try this with ChatGPT using the Space Data tool
Where is the ISS right now? What country is it above and when will it next be visible from New York City?
Tips for ChatGPT
- ChatGPT can explain ISS orbital mechanics in accessible terms
- Ask for fun facts about what the crew is currently working on
- Great for engaging students with real-time data from space
Copilot gives developers direct access to structured NASA data from within their IDE, returning APOD imagery metadata, ISS coordinates, and near-Earth object catalogs as typed JSON ready for application integration. Generate React components for space dashboards, build map visualizations of ISS ground tracks, or create TypeScript interfaces from NASA response schemas -- all without leaving your coding environment. This is the fastest path from space data to working features.
Connect ToolRouter to Copilot
1In your agent, go to Tools → Add a tool → New tool
2Choose Model Context Protocol and enter these details
Server name
ToolRouterServer description
Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Set Authentication to None and click Create
How to track the iss position with Copilot
Once connected (see setup above), use the Space Data tool:
- In Copilot Chat: "Get current ISS position using space-data"
- Copilot returns latitude, longitude, and altitude
- Ask: "Generate a map component plotting this position"
- Build an ISS tracker into your application
Example prompt for Copilot
Try this with Copilot using the Space Data tool
Fetch the current ISS position and generate a Leaflet map marker configuration for it.
Tips for Copilot
- Build real-time ISS tracking features with periodic position updates
- Generate ground track visualizations from sequential position data
- Combine with reverse geocoding to show what the ISS is flying over
OpenClaw processes NASA data queries as automated pipeline operations, returning structured imagery metadata, ISS position telemetry, and asteroid approach data ready for ingestion into monitoring dashboards, educational platforms, or content automation systems. It handles scheduled data pulls and batch processing efficiently, making it ideal for organizations that need continuous space data feeds -- whether for daily social media content, classroom displays, or near-Earth object tracking infrastructure.
Connect ToolRouter to OpenClaw
1Install the CLI
npm install -g toolrouter-mcp2Call tools directly from OpenClaw
toolrouter-mcp call web-search search --query "AI tools"
toolrouter-mcp toolsHow to track the iss position with OpenClaw
Once connected (see setup above), use the Space Data tool:
- Ask OpenClaw: "Where is the ISS right now?"
- OpenClaw returns the current position
- Ask about what it is flying over and when it will be visible
- Use the data for viewing plans or educational content
Example prompt for OpenClaw
Try this with OpenClaw using the Space Data tool
Get the current ISS position. Tell me where it is and how fast it is moving.
Tips for OpenClaw
- Check the position at different times to see how quickly the orbit progresses
- Plan viewing sessions around predicted flyovers for your area
- Use ISS tracking as an engaging hook for broader space education content
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I track the iss position with an AI assistant?
Get the real-time position of the International Space Station including coordinates and visibility windows. Connect the Space Data tool to Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw through ToolRouter, then ask the assistant in plain language. For example: Ask Claude: "Where is the ISS right now? Use space-data" Claude returns current coordinates and altitude
Which AI assistants can track the iss position?
Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and OpenClaw can all track the iss position using the Space Data tool through ToolRouter, with no API keys or coding required.
What does the Space Data tool do?
Access NASA imagery, track the International Space Station, and monitor near-Earth objects and astronomical events.
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