Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Net loss	$ (7,431)	$ (8,701)
Other comprehensive income, net of tax
Net unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities	2
Net increase in other comprehensive income	2
Comprehensive loss	(7,429)	(8,701)
Less: Comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	1	1
Comprehenisve income attributable to Liquidmetal Technologies shareholders	$ (7,428)	$ (8,700)