Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis (Details) (USD $)	9 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2012
Fair Value Of Financial Instruments Fair Value, Liabilities Measured On Recurring And Nonrecurring Basis 1	$ 47,540
Fair Value Of Financial Instruments Fair Value, Liabilities Measured On Recurring And Nonrecurring Basis 2	0
Fair Value Of Financial Instruments Fair Value, Liabilities Measured On Recurring And Nonrecurring Basis 3	0
Fair Value Of Financial Instruments Fair Value, Liabilities Measured On Recurring And Nonrecurring Basis 4	$ 47,540

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