Like the Prospector and MOLE, the Expanse utilizes the same folding sack design that allows a second set of pods to be stored on board in a compressed state. By default, there are 8 pods expanded (giving 64 SCU of capacity) and 8 pods compressed above them (giving an additional 64 SCU of capacity once the initial 8 pods are detached). This allows the Expanse to stay in place and offload the initial set of pods to a nearby cargo ship and continue refining a second batch.