A global team of 52 participants from 21 companies is developing ASAM OpenMATERIAL, a standard for 3D model and material properties to ensure simulation consistency. Releasing in March 2025, it defines physical properties (refraction, roughness) and structural hierarchy, supporting dynamic elements like wheels. Integrated with ASAM’s OpenX ecosystem, it promotes interoperability for movement, positioning and layouts, enabling reusable assets and enhancing sensor-specific simulations (e.g. lidar). The scope includes virtual traffic models but excludes environmental conditions, targeting robust, consistent simulations across automotive applications.

• ASAM OpenMATERIAL standardizes material properties and 3D model structures for accurate, consistent simulations
• ASAM OpenMATERIAL integrates with ASAM OpenX standards, supporting interoperability in simulation setups
• Standardized data improves sensor-specific simulations for lidar, radar and perception testing
• Practical applications and scope, focusing on virtual traffic models, excluding environmental factors like weather effects