NASA
npxStandardThis MCP server provides AI agents with access to NASA's APIs, including Earth data, planetary science, and space missions. It connects to NASA's Common API, Earthdata Search, and Open APIs. Developers use it to build AI applications for climate analysis, space exploration, and scientific research.
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Overview
This MCP server provides AI agents with access to NASA's APIs, including Earth data, planetary science, and space missions. It connects to NASA's Common API, Earthdata Search, and Open APIs. Developers use it to build AI applications for climate analysis, space exploration, and scientific research.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @programcomputer/nasa-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"programcomputer-nasa-mcp-server-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @programcomputer/nasa-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from NASA?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for NASA
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from NASA. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NASA_API_KEY | Yes | Your NASA API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in NASA?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in NASA"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in NASA with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with NASA
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