A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to empower AI assistants with the capability to perform sophisticated astronomical queries. It integrates seamlessly with the `astroquery-cli` tool, granting access to a wide array of astronomical databases and archives, including SIMBAD, Gaia, VizieR, MAST, NED, IRSA, and ALMA. This server facilitates advanced data retrieval and analysis, providing a critical bridge for AI-driven research in astronomy by automatically detecting available commands and ensuring zero maintenance through self-updates.
Key Features
01Complete astroquery-cli integration for all astronomical databases
02Dynamic command and subcommand discovery
03Async execution with timeout protection for long-running queries
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05Zero maintenance with automatic updates
06Rich output formatting preserving all information and errors
Use Cases
01Searching astronomical catalogs for stars near given coordinates
02Retrieving archive data for specific astronomical targets
03Querying astronomical databases for information about specific celestial objects
04Cross-matching observational data with public astronomical catalogs
