Note 6 - Stockholder's Equity (Details) - Stock Based Compensation Plan Expenses (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
 3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Note 6 - Stockholder's Equity (Details) - Stock Based Compensation Plan Expenses [Line Items]        
Allocated share-based compensation expense $ 2,800   $ 2,900  
Tax benefit     (187) (114)
Total   20,701 18,465 13,012
Cost of Sales [Member]
        
Note 6 - Stockholder's Equity (Details) - Stock Based Compensation Plan Expenses [Line Items]        
Allocated share-based compensation expense   631 510 312
Research and Development Expense [Member]
        
Note 6 - Stockholder's Equity (Details) - Stock Based Compensation Plan Expenses [Line Items]        
Allocated share-based compensation expense   6,219 6,922 5,909
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
        
Note 6 - Stockholder's Equity (Details) - Stock Based Compensation Plan Expenses [Line Items]        
Allocated share-based compensation expense   $ 13,851 $ 11,220 $ 6,905