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API Referencecommonutils

Heatmap Generator

Module defined in `lua/common/utils/heatmap.lua`. Generates SVG heatmap visualizations of vehicle paths on the game map, including road overlay.

Module defined in lua/common/utils/heatmap.lua. Generates SVG heatmap visualizations of vehicle paths on the game map, including road overlay.

Exports

Functions

`M.init(_filename)`

Initialize the heatmap with an output filename.

Parameters:
- _filename - string - SVG output file path

`M.update()`

Record current frame's vehicle position to the heatmap. Called every frame.

`M.save()`

Write the accumulated heatmap data to the SVG file.

`M.destroy()`

Clean up heatmap resources.

Internal Notes

Uses EzSVG library for SVG generation
transformPoint flips/transforms coordinates for file output
drawRoads overlays road network onto the heatmap
Designed to run continuously, sampling position each frame

See Also

utils/ - Utility Modules - Directory overview
calltracer Reference - Related reference
dateUtils Reference - Related reference
debugDraw Reference - Related reference
Common Libraries Overview - Guide

utils/ - Utility Modules

General-purpose utility modules for debugging, profiling, networking, graphics, and data processing.

HTTP JSON Server

Module defined in `lua/common/utils/httpJsonServer.lua`. Simple HTTP server for implementing quick REST APIs within BeamNG. Handles JSON request/response.

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Exports Functions M.init(_filename)M.update()M.save()M.destroy()Internal Notes See Also