Piezoresistive effect of p type single crystalline 3C SiC : silicon carbide mechanical sensors for harsh environments Introduction and literature review Theory of the piezoresistive effect in p type 3C SiC 3C SiC film growth and sample preparation Characterization of the piezoresistive effect in p type single crystalline 3C SiC The piezoresistive effect in p type nanocrystalline SiC The piezoresistive effect of top down p type 3C SiC nanowires Conclusion and perspectives