Basis of Presentation and Recent Developments (Details) $ in Millions	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2020 USD ($)
Basis of Presentation and Recent Developments [Abstract]
Contract operations amount	$ 8.3
Contract operations period	10 years

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