Mechanical and Electromechanical Characterization of One-Dimensional Piezoelectric Nanomaterials

In this chapter nanoscale characterization techniques for piezoelectric materials are discussed, with a focus on nanomechanical and electromechanical methods for one-dimensional nanomaterials. One-dimensional nanostructures have been the focus of recent nanoscale research due to their potential application in future nanoelectronics and nanodevices. However, their small size and special geometry impose a challenge especially from experimental point of view and renders their characterization nontrivial. In this chapter, the common methods of nanomechanical and electromechanical characterization of these nanostructures are discussed, with an emphasis on piezoelectric one-dimensional materials. Advantages and limitations of each method are discussed and the relevant literature is presented.