# Simulation & Modelling **URL:** https://forum.beamng.tech/c/simulation-and-modelling/5.md [Latest](https://forum.beamng.tech/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.beamng.tech/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.beamng.tech/tags.md) --- ## [About the Simulation & Modelling category](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/about-the-simulation-modelling-category/21)
**Author:** [@epigova](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/epigova)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [12 August 2024 08:58 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/about-the-simulation-modelling-category/21 "2024-08-12T08:58:18Z")
This category focuses on discussions and resources related to the simulation and modelling of vehicles and their systems. Here, you can explore topics such as vehicle configuration, customization, sensor integration (IMU… --- ## [PointCloud2 messages on a different frame\_id than "map"](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/pointcloud2-messages-on-a-different-frame-id-than-map/474)
**Author:** [@vjexposito](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/vjexposito)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [30 June 2026 10:00 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/pointcloud2-messages-on-a-different-frame-id-than-map/474 "2026-06-30T10:00:25Z")
I work with ROS2 and BeamNG bridge and I have realised I can only retrieve the PointCloud2 messages from the lidar placed on the “map” frame\_id. To avoid unnecessary transformations, is there any way to retrieve the Poin… --- ## [Run single application instance, but on different screens for each vehicle](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/run-single-application-instance-but-on-different-screens-for-each-vehicle/91)
**Author:** [@byzkrovnyi](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/byzkrovnyi)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [8 June 2026 15:00 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/run-single-application-instance-but-on-different-screens-for-each-vehicle/91 "2026-06-08T15:00:59Z")
Hello guys, I need the following setup: Add two cars on map Add one property (without wheels) on building and attach there camera And the worst thing, that I need display what the camera from building see on one displ… --- ## [DIL driver training — VRU/pedestrian control via BeamNGpy + traffic light state from Python](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/dil-driver-training-vru-pedestrian-control-via-beamngpy-traffic-light-state-from-python/471)
**Author:** [@LennieLightning](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/LennieLightning)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [5 June 2026 17:32 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/dil-driver-training-vru-pedestrian-control-via-beamngpy-traffic-light-state-from-python/471 "2026-06-05T17:32:44Z")
Hi BeamNG.tech team, I am building a Driver-in-the-Loop simulator for driver training on BeamNG.tech. Current setup: triple screen, BeamNGpy, Italy map, etk800, Script AI traffic with IdealRadar and Roads sensor. Workin… --- ## [Trying to create an airbag version of Pressure Ball](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/trying-to-create-an-airbag-version-of-pressure-ball/449)
**Author:** [@SuvrangshuBarua](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/SuvrangshuBarua)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [1 June 2026 19:38 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/trying-to-create-an-airbag-version-of-pressure-ball/449 "2026-06-01T19:38:16Z")
Hi, I am trying to create an inflated airbag. For initial setup, I am using an airbag model and created the JBeam, I have followed how pressure ball (JBeam file) is created, copied the parameters and their values. But w… --- ## [Demo of BeamNG bridge for openpilot](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/demo-of-beamng-bridge-for-openpilot/451)
**Author:** [@mblommiston](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/mblommiston)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [27 May 2026 18:46 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/demo-of-beamng-bridge-for-openpilot/451 "2026-05-27T18:46:05Z")
I’ve been using BeamNG.drive (not BeamNG.tech) for a while and thought it would be a nice challenge to build a BeamNG bridge for openpilot. So… here’s a Proof of Concept. See the video description for more details and r… --- ## [BeamNGpy AI ignores NPCs and collisions during Lane Following / Cut-in scenarios](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/beamngpy-ai-ignores-npcs-and-collisions-during-lane-following-cut-in-scenarios/457)
**Author:** [@ali.gullu](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/ali.gullu)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [12 May 2026 08:12 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/beamngpy-ai-ignores-npcs-and-collisions-during-lane-following-cut-in-scenarios/457 "2026-05-12T08:12:45Z")
Hello BeamNG community, I am using BeamNGpy 1.32 to control an ego vehicle with the built-in AI. In my scenario, an NPC performs a cut-in from an adjacent lane. However, the ego AI does not react (no braking or avoidan… --- ## [Co Simulation Simulink BeamNG and Co Simulator editor](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/co-simulation-simulink-beamng-and-co-simulator-editor/452)
**Author:** [@CAN1079](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/CAN1079)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [14 March 2026 21:09 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/co-simulation-simulink-beamng-and-co-simulator-editor/452 "2026-03-14T21:09:10Z")
Hello, I am trying to run a co-simulation between Simulink and BeamNG using FMU blocs. I did all the installation and test it with the examples and it works. Now I am trying to do my own simulation that is implementing… --- ## [Implementing a custom steering model with the simplified vehicles?](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/implementing-a-custom-steering-model-with-the-simplified-vehicles/448)
**Author:** [@ScienceByte](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/ScienceByte)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [3 March 2026 09:20 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/implementing-a-custom-steering-model-with-the-simplified-vehicles/448 "2026-03-03T09:20:02Z")
I have an existing steering model created, based on measured real-life data. It tells me what the real angle of the front wheels should be, based on the torque you input onto the steering wheel (steering torque). Is the… --- ## [Unable to load flowgraph mission using BeamNGpy](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/unable-to-load-flowgraph-mission-using-beamngpy/444)
**Author:** [@mHerring09](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/mHerring09)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [2 February 2026 17:47 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/unable-to-load-flowgraph-mission-using-beamngpy/444 "2026-02-02T17:47:47Z")
I created a mod which contains a custom flowgraph mission, but I am unable to load the mission using BeamNGpy. Context: My mission is stored in the directory: C:\\Users\\user\_name\\AppData\\Local\\BeamNG\\BeamNG.tech\\current… --- ## [How to set up DIL scenarios?](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/how-to-set-up-dil-scenarios/443)
**Author:** [@mHerring09](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/mHerring09)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [1 February 2026 20:11 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/how-to-set-up-dil-scenarios/443 "2026-02-01T20:11:04Z")
The documentation claims to support “scenario-based testing capabilities” for “safety-critical scenarios with human input”. However, the sceneAI system doesn’t seem to have any way to program scenarios which respond to u… --- ## [Data channel Fuel lost in between update 0.34 and 0.38](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/data-channel-fuel-lost-in-between-update-0-34-and-0-38/441)
**Author:** [@Lukas\_Bernhardt](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/Lukas_Bernhardt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [20 January 2026 08:13 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/data-channel-fuel-lost-in-between-update-0-34-and-0-38/441 "2026-01-20T08:13:31Z")
Hello everyone, right now I am working with my team on updating our BeamNG version from 0.34 to 0.38. For our data logging with BeamNGpy v1.35 we are trying to access the variables fuel\_capacity and fuel\_volume. They sh… --- ## [Low-speed clutch modulation at idle feels too abrupt (hard to hold stable walking-speed without throttle)](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/low-speed-clutch-modulation-at-idle-feels-too-abrupt-hard-to-hold-stable-walking-speed-without-throttle/436)
**Author:** [@Jcwzstudio](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/Jcwzstudio)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [24 December 2025 06:57 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/low-speed-clutch-modulation-at-idle-feels-too-abrupt-hard-to-hold-stable-walking-speed-without-throttle/436 "2025-12-24T06:57:28Z")
Body: Hi BeamNG.tech team, I’m building a driver-training simulator and I’m testing low-speed maneuvers (reverse parking, tight turns). I’m trying to control vehicle speed at idle using clutch modulation only (no throt… --- ## [Electric Powertrain Implementation](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/electric-powertrain-implementation/424)
**Author:** [@Yannik](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/Yannik)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [8 December 2025 20:25 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/electric-powertrain-implementation/424 "2025-12-08T20:25:14Z")
Dear BeamNG Team and fellow forum users, I am currently researching electric powertrains with the use of BeamNG.tech. My goal is to make different electric motors, that have been calculated by the institute I am working… --- ## [Create new sensor through modding and attach it through World Editor](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/create-new-sensor-through-modding-and-attach-it-through-world-editor/399)
**Author:** [@MwenDavo](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/MwenDavo)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [19 November 2025 19:38 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/create-new-sensor-through-modding-and-attach-it-through-world-editor/399 "2025-11-19T19:38:11Z")
Hi. I’m looking into the development of a new ADAS system that requires communication between nearby vehicles, and I was looking into implementing that through a new sensor that could be attached to each vehicle. However… --- ## [Vehicle AI Control](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/vehicle-ai-control/422)
**Author:** [@alfredgu001324](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/alfredgu001324)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [10 November 2025 06:10 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/vehicle-ai-control/422 "2025-11-10T06:10:38Z")
Dear BeamNG team, Thanks for the great help! I am currently testing out the vehicle.ai\_set\_script, which looks amazing. However, I also observe that you can control the vehicle through vehicle.control(). So I am wonder… --- ## [Is there a sample mask for integrating the Python interface?](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/is-there-a-sample-mask-for-integrating-the-python-interface/418)
**Author:** [@Bastian](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/Bastian)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [9 November 2025 19:26 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/is-there-a-sample-mask-for-integrating-the-python-interface/418 "2025-11-09T19:26:41Z")
Hello, I would like to set up a repeatable dynamic driving simulation. (e.g., moose test with different vehicles and ESP/ESC settings) I have read that this may be possible with the Python interface. Is there already a… --- ## [Questions about Python \<--\> Lua Interaction](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/questions-about-python-lua-interaction/414)
**Author:** [@alfredgu001324](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/alfredgu001324)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [16 October 2025 05:11 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/questions-about-python-lua-interaction/414 "2025-10-16T05:11:50Z")
Hi there, Thank you so much for your continuous support and your great API! I have some question about how does the python ←→lua integration works. So previously, by scanning through the github issue page, I was able t… --- ## [How to disable one wheel on the fly?](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/how-to-disable-one-wheel-on-the-fly/415)
**Author:** [@alfredgu001324](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/alfredgu001324)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [16 October 2025 02:02 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/how-to-disable-one-wheel-on-the-fly/415 "2025-10-16T02:02:40Z")
Hi there, I hope you are doing well! So currently I am developing a robust controller for ADAS. One function we want to verify is that whether we can still control the wheel if one/several wheels are malfunctioned. For… --- ## [Files for autobello stambecco](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/files-for-autobello-stambecco/412)
**Author:** [@D.Tooth](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/D.Tooth)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [3 October 2025 14:30 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/files-for-autobello-stambecco/412 "2025-10-03T14:30:52Z")
Hello, does anybody know where the dae/3d model is for the stambecco? Thanks a lot!!! --- ## [Custom Billboard Ads](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/custom-billboard-ads/411)
**Author:** [@EngQ8](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/EngQ8)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [30 September 2025 07:20 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/custom-billboard-ads/411 "2025-09-30T07:20:55Z")
Hello Beamng experts, I want to make custom billboard ads in beamng.tech but I’m facing problems; Problem 1: If I edit one billboard to display an ad I chose, all the other billboards also display the same picture sudd… --- ## [Adding Limited Slip Differential sound, adding cluch sound, fixing glitches, and other suggestions for additional features in updates](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/adding-limited-slip-differential-sound-adding-cluch-sound-fixing-glitches-and-other-suggestions-for-additional-features-in-updates/208)
**Author:** [@LAIZER](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/LAIZER)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [22 June 2025 11:56 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/adding-limited-slip-differential-sound-adding-cluch-sound-fixing-glitches-and-other-suggestions-for-additional-features-in-updates/208 "2025-06-22T11:56:04Z")
Hello I’m a 19-year-old Japanese I always enjoy playing Beamng Drive I have some suggestions for new features to add to the update If these are added, it will be even more realistic than other games 1.Add chattering… --- ## [GPS - XYZ trasformation used in ROS2-BeamNG integration](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/gps-xyz-trasformation-used-in-ros2-beamng-integration/191)
**Author:** [@Daddysublime](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/Daddysublime)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [26 May 2025 08:08 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/gps-xyz-trasformation-used-in-ros2-beamng-integration/191 "2025-05-26T08:08:51Z")
Hi everyone! :waving\_hand: I’m working on a localization system for a vehicle in BeamNG.tech by using the ROS2-BeamNG Integration. I’ve noticed that the GPS outputs latitude and longitude values, but since the BeamNG wo… --- ## [Car Images using python script](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/car-images-using-python-script/156)
**Author:** [@Lost\_In\_Tech](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/Lost_In_Tech)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [17 April 2025 11:07 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/car-images-using-python-script/156 "2025-04-17T11:07:39Z")
Hello, I have a problem when I want to create images using a python script in BeamNG.tech. For some reason, transparent surfaces (windows, lights) become reflective. Is there a way to solve this problem? Maybe someone h… --- ## [Custom Map Creation](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/custom-map-creation/139)
**Author:** [@AngryKitten](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/AngryKitten)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [4 March 2025 11:31 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/custom-map-creation/139 "2025-03-04T11:31:40Z")
Hi all, I am trying to create several maps of different terrains to study off-road navigation. I tried several tutorials online unsuccessfully. Is there an up-to-date tutorial that will instruct me on how to create a ma… --- ## [Reducing mass of a vehicle model in the simulator](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/reducing-mass-of-a-vehicle-model-in-the-simulator/102)
**Author:** [@Kiriko](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/Kiriko)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [26 February 2025 07:54 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/reducing-mass-of-a-vehicle-model-in-the-simulator/102 "2025-02-26T07:54:25Z")
Hello BeamNGers, Me and my colleague are working on a project using BeamNG.tech as part of an academic research initiative. Our goal is to replicate a radio-controlled toy car provided by our university, which will be e… --- ## [Simulation Time Speed](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/simulation-time-speed/124)
**Author:** [@kikutabryan](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/kikutabryan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [17 February 2025 14:37 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/simulation-time-speed/124 "2025-02-17T14:37:48Z")
Is it possible to increase the simulation factor greater than 1x with the beamngpy package? --- ## [Custom Level Not Loading in BeamNG.tech started with Terminal](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/custom-level-not-loading-in-beamng-tech-started-with-terminal/113)
**Author:** [@Daddysublime](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/Daddysublime)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [10 February 2025 15:36 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/custom-level-not-loading-in-beamng-tech-started-with-terminal/113 "2025-02-10T15:36:45Z")
Hi everyone, I’m working on a custom level for BeamNG.tech v0.34.2.0 to be used within the ROS2 BeamNG simulation environment. The goal is to create a track for testing autonomous driving algorithms and start the Map wi… --- ## [ADAS: Lidar configuration](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/adas-lidar-configuration/99)
**Author:** [@mark](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/mark)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [6 February 2025 15:27 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/adas-lidar-configuration/99 "2025-02-06T15:27:52Z")
Is it possible to configure the horizontal resolution of the lidar like the vertical resolution? Because the default point cloud looks very dense and a high resolution may not be necessary to reduce the amount of data tr… --- ## [Beamngpy and MOD](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/beamngpy-and-mod/107)
**Author:** [@Liuxuanheng](https://forum.beamng.tech/u/Liuxuanheng)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [27 January 2025 07:38 UTC](https://forum.beamng.tech/t/beamngpy-and-mod/107 "2025-01-27T07:38:57Z")
Hello everyone, I am using ‘BeamNG.tech\\content\\levels\\template.zip’ and World Editor to make a map/mod for some ADAS validation work. I renamed it TestMap and put it in C:\\Users\\sirius\\AppData\\Local\\BeamNG.drive\\0.34\\m… [Next page](https://forum.beamng.tech/c/simulation-and-modelling/5.md?page=1)