How to Use the ESA Near Earth Objects MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I add the ESA Near Earth Objects server to Cursor?

Create an .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root and add the server configuration. Once saved, Cursor's agent mode instantly gains access to the MCP tools.

Q: Does Cursor write unit tests using actual ESA Near Earth Objects data?

Yes, the agent calls getobjectphysicalproperties to pull real asteroid diameters and albedos directly into your test suites. This replaces mock objects with verified physical parameters from the ESA database.

Write asteroid trajectory code in Cursor using live ESA Near Earth Objects data.

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Generate trajectory code in Cursor with real asteroid data

The `get_object_orbital_elements` tool injects actual Keplerian parameters directly into your active Cursor editor. Your AI agent writes Python or JavaScript physics models using real orbital shapes instead of placeholder arrays. It uses this live telemetry to write math functions that calculate perihelion distances. This MCP integration ensures your generated code works with current astronomical data out of the box.

Build automated hazard tracking scripts inside Cursor

The `get_risk_list` tool retrieves the official planetary defense tracking ledger directly into your coding terminal. Your agent uses this data to write automated alerts that trigger when Palermo Scale values cross your specified threshold. It cross-references these hazards with `get_special_risk_list` to isolate high-priority targets. This MCP Server lets you write, test, and debug risk-monitoring scripts without switching to a browser.

Write sky observation logic using live ephemerides

The `get_object_ephemerides` tool outputs right ascension and declination coordinates directly into your Cursor chat. The editor's agent uses these coordinates to write target acquisition code for automated telescope mounts. It combines this with `get_priority_list` to automatically generate target schedules for incomplete orbital arcs. You write the entire automation pipeline using actual observational coordinates.

Setup guide

Set up ESA Near Earth Objects MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the ESA Near Earth Objects MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent ESA Near Earth Objects transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the ESA Near Earth Objects tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "esa-near-earth-objects-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about ESA Near Earth Objects MCP in Cursor

Create an `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root and add the server configuration. Once saved, Cursor's agent mode instantly gains access to the MCP tools.

Yes, the agent calls `get_object_physical_properties` to pull real asteroid diameters and albedos directly into your test suites. This replaces mock objects with verified physical parameters from the ESA database.

No, the MCP Server requires an active connection to query the live ESA NEOCC API endpoints. It fetches real-time orbital elements and close approach schedules as you write your code.

The server automatically handles URL-encoding for designations like '99942 Apophis' when calling `get_object_close_approaches`. Cursor passes these strings directly to the tool without manual formatting.

Your local files and codebase are never exposed to external networks during queries. The server only handles public ESA astronomical designations and trajectory data, executing inside an ephemeral V8 sandbox that isolates your editor's environment.

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