Multi-layered structure and articles formed therefrom having improved splash resistance by increased interlayer spacing

A splash resistant multi-layered structure, the multilayered structure comprising:

• an outer layer of material having an outer-facing surface and an inner-facing surface;
• an inner layer of material having an outer-facing surface and an inner-facing surface;
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• a first plurality of three-dimensional spacers disposed on a surface within the multi-layered structure, wherein the first plurality of three-dimensional spacers define a space between the outer layer of material and the inner layer of material, wherein the space spans a distance at least as great as a maximum height of the first plurality of three-dimensional spacers, further wherein the first plurality of three-dimensional spacers aid in absorbing energy associated with a fluid contacting the outer layer of material, wherein the first plurality of three-dimensional spacers comprises a binder and an encapsulated functional additive contained within the binder, wherein the encapsulated functional additive further comprises a phase change material;
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• a second plurality of three-dimensional spacers, wherein the second plurality of three-dimensional spacers are disposed on the inner-facing surface of the inner layer of material, wherein the second plurality of three-dimensional spacers define a space between the inner-facing surface and a user.