This n8n workflow creates an API gateway for accessing the National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) data and metadata services through a customized interface compatible with AI agents. The workflow starts with an MCP trigger that listens for incoming requests. Several HTTP request nodes handle interactions with the NSIDC API, including retrieving search facets, searching documents, getting the search engine description, and suggesting search terms. Each API call uses `$fromAI()` expressions to dynamically populate parameters based on user input, facilitating flexible and intelligent data querying. The responses are returned directly to the AI agent, allowing seamless integration of NSIDC data into applications or automated workflows.

This workflow is highly useful for developers and data scientists who want to embed NSIDC Arctic data into their AI-powered applications, enabling features like advanced search, data filtering, and real-time suggestions for users exploring snow and ice datasets. It also provides a structured template for building custom data retrieval tools from the NSIDC API, making complex data interactions easier and more efficient.