Nanoscale Venturi–Bernoulli Pumping of Liquids

We use molecular dynamics simulations to show that the Venturi–Bernoulli effect can pump liquids at the nanoscale. In particular, we found that water flowing in an open reservoir close to a static substrate experiences a friction which converts its kinetic energy into breaking of hydrogen bonds. This water flowing under friction acquires a lower density, which can be used in pumping fluids positioned under a nanoporous substrate.