How to Track the ISS with OpenClaw
ISS tracking with OpenClaw and ToolRouter. Real-time space station location.
Tool
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 toolsSteps
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
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
- 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