# KeepTrack Space Intelligence MCP

> KeepTrack Space Intelligence provides instant access to a massive, real-time database on everything orbiting Earth. Your AI client can search for satellites by name or keyword, pull detailed records including NORAD IDs and country data, and monitor the most recent space launches into orbit.

## Overview
- **Category:** data-analytics
- **Price:** Free
- **Tags:** satellite-tracking, orbital-debris, space-intelligence, norad-data, astronomy, real-time-monitoring

## Description

This MCP equips your agent with immediate orbital intelligence. You don't need to jump between specialized aerospace websites anymore; this integration brings the data directly to your natural conversation. Your agent can search for satellites by name or keyword, pull detailed records including NORAD IDs and country of origin, and list all objects recently deployed into space. Whether you're doing research on orbital mechanics, tracking telecom assets, or just curious about what passed overhead last night, your AI client acts like a dedicated space operations analyst. Vinkius hosts this MCP as part of its catalog, letting you connect once from any compatible client to access critical data without needing an API key.

## Tools

### get_recent_space_launches
Retrieves a list of the most recently deployed objects into orbit.

### get_satellite_details
Fetches comprehensive records for one specific satellite object.

### search_satellites
Searches the database for satellites using a name or general keyword.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
Search for satellites named 'Starlink'.
```

**Response:** 
```
Searching the KeepTrack database... I've found a large list of Starlink satellites. Would you like to see the NORAD IDs for the most recent ones or specific orbital data for one of them?
```

## Capabilities

### Find objects in orbit
Search for satellites and orbital debris using keywords or names.

### Retrieve satellite specifications
Get deep-dive records on a specific object, including its country of origin and unique NORAD ID.

### Monitor launch activity
Access a list detailing the most recent objects deployed into space orbit.

## Use Cases

### Analyzing a new constellation deployment
A telecom analyst needs to verify if a competitor's assets are visible. They ask their agent to search for satellites by name, then request specific details on the NORAD IDs and orbital types of those found objects.

### Investigating debris risk after an event
A researcher needs a timeline of recent activity. They first use `get_recent_space_launches` to list all deployments, then follow up by asking for specific details on the objects launched in the last 48 hours.

### Cross-referencing historical assets
A student needs data on a famous satellite. They use `search_satellites` to find the object, then request its detailed metadata to pull launch dates and country of origin for their paper.

## Benefits

- Instead of opening multiple terminals or jumping between specialized tracking sites, your agent pulls all the required launch, satellite, and debris data through one conversational query.
- You get structured metadata immediately. When you need to know a NORAD ID or country of origin for an object, your agent provides it instantly using `get_satellite_details`.
- Track space activity without complex coding. Simply ask about recent deployments, and the system uses `get_recent_space_launches` to give you the latest list.
- Verify satellite records quickly. Use `search_satellites` when you know a name or keyword but aren't sure of the exact object ID.
- The process is simple: connect this MCP, and your agent handles all the data retrieval, acting like an instant space operations analyst.

## How It Works

The bottom line is that your AI client handles the complex lookups using natural conversation, giving you immediate answers on space objects.

1. Subscribe to the KeepTrack MCP on Vinkius. No API key is required because access is public.
2. Tell your AI client what data you need—for example, 'Find all Starlink satellites launched in 2024.'
3. Your agent executes the necessary queries and returns structured orbital data directly into your chat window.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How do I use search_satellites in KeepTrack Space Intelligence?**
You just need to tell your agent a name or keyword. For example, 'search satellites like Starlink'. The agent finds the object and returns its basic list of IDs.

**What does get_recent_space_launches retrieve?**
This tool pulls up a list of all objects that have recently been deployed into orbit. It's your starting point for tracking new space activity.

**Can I use KeepTrack Space Intelligence to track debris?**
Yes, the MCP includes data on orbital debris alongside active satellites. You can search or request details about specific pieces of junk in orbit.

**If I use get_satellite_details, do I need the satellite name, or can I use another identifier?**
You don't just need the common name. The MCP accepts multiple identifiers, so you can provide specific metadata like a NORAD ID, constellation name, or even orbital parameters for better accuracy.

**When using search_satellites, how do I narrow down results by country or orbit type?**
You can refine your search beyond basic keywords. While the primary function is name matching, you can filter the results based on structured metadata fields like the origin nation and approximate orbital plane.

**Does get_recent_space_launches provide the full payload manifest for every launch?**
It provides core mission details immediately. For detailed payload manifests, you'll need to follow up with a dedicated query using the launch ID, which pulls supplementary data points.

**What happens if get_satellite_details finds an object that is unclassified or decommissioned?**
The MCP handles this gracefully. If the source lacks current information, it reports a specific error code and suggests related identifiers you can check instead of simply failing the query.

**Can I chain calls, for example, running search_satellites and then using get_satellite_details on the result?**
Yes, you absolutely can. You sequence commands within a single agent workflow. The output data from one tool's invocation feeds directly into the input parameters for another MCP tool.

**Can I find the International Space Station (ISS)?**
Yes! Use the `search_satellites` tool with the query 'ISS'. The response will include its latest NORAD ID and orbital details.