How do I calculate the water equivalent of a snow layer?

You can use the `calculate_water_equivalent` tool by providing the density in kg/m³ and the layer depth in meters.

Can this tool account for different snow crystal types?

Yes, the `analyze_stratified_layer` tool accepts crystal types like dendritic or granular to adjust density and compaction calculations.

What is the purpose of the snow load calculation?

The `calculate_snow_load` tool determines the pressure in Pascals exerted by a snow layer, which is essential for assessing structural risks.

Snow Density Measurement MCP Connector for Claude

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Calculate snow density, water equivalent, and snow load from stratified samples.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

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This MCP server provides specialized tools for snowpack analysis. It allows AI agents to calculate fundamental density using get_sample_density, determine the liquid water content via calculate_water_equivalent, and assess structural pressure with calculate_snow_load. For complex snowpack profiles, analyze_stratified_layer accounts for temperature, crystal types, and compaction factors to provide a complete environmental assessment.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wbFi85loUOuCdbK6Zifp1R9GsxAz7bBbnNzYeb9B/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http snow-density-measurement https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wbFi85loUOuCdbK6Zifp1R9GsxAz7bBbnNzYeb9B/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "snow-density-measurement": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wbFi85loUOuCdbK6Zifp1R9GsxAz7bBbnNzYeb9B/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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