Research status and progress of hot stamping

In this article, current application, materials, key equipments, finite element (FE) simulation and parts properties of hot stamping are introduced. The investigations of all processes and further excellent processes are described. The survey of existing works, especially key equipments has revealed several gaps. Some new ideas and programs are proposed on the basis of traditional process. This article aims at providing an insight into a whole process backgrounds and pointing out the great potential for further investigations and innovations of hot stamping.