To overcome this challenge, Xu and colleagues developed n-eicosane@Cu₂O@Cu₂₋ₓS phase-change microcapsules (MPCM) featuring a three-dimensional nanoflower architecture, prepared via microencapsulation. These functional microcapsules were then integrated into a long-chain perfluorosilane co-hydrolysis-condensation system to produce a photothermal superhydrophobic composite coating with a uniform micro-convex morphology and low surface energy. Reading tip: Functional CoatingsThe EC Tech Report “”Functional Coatings“” gives you an up-to-date bundle on functional coatings with articles, videos and other handpicked content. In addition to technical articles about the latest technical developments, this all-in-one multi-media pack is rounded off with valuable market insights and important fundamentals about functional coatings formulation. Source: Xu, J. et al., Nanoflower double-shell phase-change microcapsules for photothermal superhydrophobic anti-/deicing coatings.