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Gerald Kainz

A multiple-layer component includes at least two metal layers, at least one dielectric layer among the at least two metal layers, and a contact element that includes a porous body that electrically connects the at least two metal layers. The at least one dielectric layer includes dielectric layers made from ceramic material that are sintered.

Piezoelectric component

A piezoactuator includes a base. The base contains a stack of piezoelectric layers and electrode layers interspersed among the piezoelectric layers. The piezoelectric layers contain a ceramic material; the piezoelectric layers and the electrode layers are sintered together; and the base has a hole therethrough. The piezoactuator also includes a contact element, such as a pin, in the hole. The contact element is for use in forming an electrical connection to at least some of the electrode layers.

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