N277

N277 is a designation that can refer to several different entities, most notably a specific chemical compound and a proposed designation for a space mission.

In chemistry, N277 is the chemical name for a compound often referred to as 3-amino-N-(1-phenylethyl)propanamide. It is an organic molecule with a specific arrangement of atoms that gives it distinct properties. Its precise applications and research significance depend on the context of its study.

In the realm of space exploration, N277 was a proposed designation for a mission concept that aimed to study the atmosphere of Jupiter's moon, Europa. This mission, if it had proceeded, would have been designed to investigate Europa's potential habitability by analyzing its icy shell and subsurface ocean. The N277 concept was part of broader discussions and studies regarding future missions to the outer solar system, particularly those targeting icy moons. The designation itself does not imply a currently active or official mission.

The meaning of N277 is therefore entirely dependent on the field in which it is encountered. Without further context, it is ambiguous.