Subsequent Events (Detail Textuals) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	1 Months Ended
	May 28, 2014 Astrotech Space Operations	Aug. 27, 2014 Subsequent Event Texas emerging technology fund	Aug. 22, 2014 Subsequent Event Astrotech Space Operations
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Sale of business unit	$ 61.0		$ 61.0
Proceeds from the sale used to pay off the term note			5.7
Proceeds from the sale used to pay off award funding		$ 2.3