Note 3 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Changes in Fair Value (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Balance	$ 90
Impairment		$ (110)
Balance	1,036	90
Telkoor [Member]
Balance	90	207
Impairment		(110)
Effect of exchange rate		(7)
Disposition of investments	(90)
Balance		$ 90

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