Connector Details
Type
Virtual machines, Single VM , BYOL
Runs on
Google Compute Engine
Last Update
24 October, 2024
Category
Open Notify Connector
Overview
The Open Notify Connector provides a RESTful interface to access real-time data related to space, including the current geographic location of the International Space Station (ISS) and the list of astronauts currently in space. This connector is ideal for space-related educational tools, tracking dashboards, or awareness applications needing live and publicly accessible space data. The connector includes simple, stable endpoints that require no authentication.
Integration Overview
The Open Notify Connector offers the following integration points to retrieve live space-related data:
- Get Current ISS Location: Fetch the current latitude and longitude of the International Space Station.
- Get People in Space: Retrieve a list of astronauts currently in space, along with their spacecraft assignments.
Detailed Integration Documentation
Get Current ISS Location
| Operation ID | getCurrentISSLocation |
| Purpose | Retrieves the current geographical position of the International Space Station. |
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Get People in Space
| Operation ID | getPeopleInSpace |
| Purpose | Retrieves a live list of astronauts currently in orbit. |
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Workflow Creation with the Connector
Example Workflow: Real-Time Space Dashboard
Track ISS Location
- Use the getCurrentISSLocation integration point at regular intervals (e.g., every 5–10 seconds).
- Update a live map marker or feed with the new coordinates.
Display Astronauts in Orbit
- Call the getPeopleInSpace endpoint.
- Show names and corresponding spacecrafts in a UI panel.
Error Handling
- Gracefully handle timeouts or missing data.
- Retry requests based on exponential backoff in case of transient failures.
Pricing
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