Real-Time ISS Position Updates via Google Firebase Webhook

This workflow updates the position of the International Space Station (ISS) every minute and stores the data in Google Firebase Realtime Database.

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This innovative workflow automates the process of tracking the International Space Station (ISS) by fetching its positional data every minute from a public API. The workflow consists of a series of interconnected nodes that work seamlessly to collect, process, and store data in a Google Firebase Realtime Database. By leveraging modern cloud technology, this workflow ensures that you have real-time access to the ISS's current location, which can be beneficial for educational purposes, astronomy enthusiasts, and tracking satellite movements.

The workflow begins with a scheduled trigger using a Cron node that activates a HTTP Request node every minute. This request pulls the latest positional data of the ISS, including latitude, longitude, and timestamp. Subsequently, the data is processed through a Set node, where relevant information is extracted and formatted for storage.

Finally, the processed data is pushed to the Google Firebase Realtime Database, ensuring that users can access the most up-to-date information. This workflow not only simplifies the data collection process but also enhances the accessibility of real-time satellite information for various applications, such as space research projects, educational tools, and public awareness campaigns about satellite tracking.

Overall, this workflow is a perfect example of how automation can streamline data collection and enhance the user experience by providing real-time insights into the movements of one of the most iconic satellites in our orbit.

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Last updated October 3, 2026
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How to import this workflow into n8n

  1. 1Purchase or download the workflow to get the n8n workflow JSON file.
  2. 2In your n8n instance, open Workflows and choose "Import from File" (or paste the JSON with Ctrl+V on the canvas).
  3. 3Open each node marked with a credential warning and connect your own accounts and API keys.
  4. 4Run the workflow once manually to verify the data flow, then toggle it to Active.

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