Advanced Physics I: Rotational Dynamics

This lecture covers advanced topics in rotational dynamics, including rotation around an axis of symmetry, rotation around an instantaneous fixed axis parallel to a symmetry axis, gyroscopic effects, and the dynamics of a solid body. Examples and exercises are provided to illustrate these concepts. The lecture also discusses the work and energy involved in rotational motion, as well as the precession of the Earth's axis. The presentation delves into the gyroscopic behavior of the Earth, explaining its precession and the angles of Euler. The content is based on the slides from the course 'Physique Avancée I' by the instructor Christiaan Huygens.