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This lecture covers topics related to rotation 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 in general. Examples and exercises are provided to illustrate these concepts. The lecture also introduces the work of Christiaan Huygens (1629-1695) in the field of physics.