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Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2009/role/commonPracticeRef
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-Name Accounting Standards Codification
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Commitments and Contingencies - Legal Proceedings (Details) $ in Millions		1 Months Ended
	Aug. 08, 2018 case	Oct. 31, 2021 USD ($)	Apr. 30, 2022 USD ($)
Ultratech acquisition litigation
Legal Proceedings
Number of purported class action complaints filed \| case	2
Amount plaintiff will receive for fees and expenses			$ 0.3
Wolther Action
Legal Proceedings
Settlement amount		$ 15.0