Are iRacing tracks laser scanned?

In addition to its sight-picture visuals, iRacing.com replicates the precise physical features of each track’s racing surface. Our laser-scanning technology produces a mathematical ‘bump map’ of the track’s camber, cracks, undulations and patches – recording every millimeter of the surface.

What are laser scanned tracks?

A laser scanner allows them to capture every inch of the racing track and then recreate it as a digital model. The workings of 3D laser scanning is pretty simple. The 3D laser scanner measures the distance between the surface of an object the sensor on the scanner.

How much does it cost iRacing to scan a track?

A track costs either $11.95 or $14.95 in iRacing, depending on how much effort the developers had to put into laser-scanning the track. Cars are always at $11.95. iRacing also features several special offers from time to time. Keep your eyes open for those and use the standard discounts to minimise your expenses.

How do I get more tracks on iRacing?

iRacing Pricing Summary If you want to buy additional tracks, they cost a one-time fee of either $11.95 or $14.95 depending on the track. We also offer several discounted cars and tracks priced at $2.95 and $4.95 each.

How do I keep moisture in my dirt track?

Put on too much water, and the sun goes down, and you’ve lost your racetrack, it’ll be too wet. “That’s why you put moisture on gradually. Allow it to soak some, and let the night air be your ally, bringing the moisture back up.”

How long does it take to laser scan a track?

The amount of time depends on the complexity of the track, the buildings surrounding it, track layout and details, etc. On average, it usually takes half a day to complete. While this is ongoing, photographers shoot all the pictures we need to recreate the 2D textures that “dress” the 3D mesh.

How much does iRacing cost per month?

Membership

What does it mean when a dirt track takes rubber?

A black slick track is very shiny black. When it starts taking rubber, the part of the track that takes rubber will be very dull looking black almost like flat black paint if you will. Also you will see the right rear tires start to smoke kinda like a dragster doing a burnout. Especially on sprint cars.

Why do they wet a dirt track?

A water truck will be used to give it the moisture needed, including possibly during cautions and stage breaks. The key is to use a water truck to put enough moisture in the track so that it doesn’t get dusty throughout the race but not so much that it is muddy and difficult for the racers.

Can you get iRacing for free?

iRacing itself is free to download, but driver accounts operate on a subscription basis with additional costs for vehicles, race venues, and servers. Any single person could pay as little as $13/£10 to try it out with cars and tracks included, or as much as over $2,000/£1,400 for the full iRacing experience.

What kind of technology does iRacing track use?

Proprietary track building technology such as three-dimensional laser-scanning, dynamic track conditions and active weather effects underpin each track to create racing experience that’s unlike any other. Our technologies give the iRacing experience life, allowing the driver to gain total control of how each unique race unfolds.

Which is laser scanned track has more officially licensed, laser scanned tracks?

iRacing had more officially licensed, laser scanned tracks than anyone! iRacing.com allows talented drivers to compete against fellow racers on iconic racetracks from around the globe. Hone your ability to navigate a technical corner at speed or read the air as you draft bumper–to–bumper on a straight, all in a realistic racing environment.

Can you swap paint on a race track?

Whether you want to familiarize yourself with your car or the track, each lap will provide valuable insights to improve yourself as a driver. You can swap paint on dozens of tracks in a lineup that includes every bank, bump and barrier on these road courses and ovals.