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Basis of Presentation and Principles of Consolidation (Details)
3 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2015
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Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Line Items [Line Items]  
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Aerostar Integrated Systems [Member]  
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Line Items [Line Items]  
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