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Losses associated with the earthquake in Japan (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
12 Months Ended | ||
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Dec. 31, 2011
facilities
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Dec. 31, 2010
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Dec. 31, 2009
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| Semiconductor wafer fab facilities owned in Japan (in number of facilities) | 3 | ||
| Operating income (loss) | $ 2,992 | $ 4,514 | $ 1,991 |
| Revenue | 13,735 | 13,966 | 10,427 |
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Earthquake in Japan, March 11, 2011 [Member]
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| Semiconductor wafer fab facilities owned in Japan (in number of facilities) | 2 | ||
| Operating income (loss) | (101) | ||
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Insurance settlement, property damage claims [Member] | Earthquake in Japan, March 11, 2011 [Member]
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| Operating income (loss) | 23 | ||
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Insurance settlement, business interruption claims [Member] | Earthquake in Japan, March 11, 2011 [Member]
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| Revenue | $ 38 | ||