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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule of Total Government Assistance Recognized (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Government Grant |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |
Government assistance recognized amount | $ 1.6
IN EDGE Tax Credit | Indiana Economic Development Corporation | Cost of Products Sold |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |
Government assistance recognized amount | $ 1.6
IN EDGE Tax Credit | Indiana Economic Development Corporation | Cost of Products Sold | Minimum |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |
Government grants transaction duration | 2021
IN EDGE Tax Credit | Indiana Economic Development Corporation | Cost of Products Sold | Maximum |
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] |
Government grants transaction duration | 2030

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