Method for installing adjustment devices, locking adjustment devices, and position sensing components - Patents.com

Abstract

To provide improved systems and methods for multi-hole assemblies with angular adjustment and locking.SOLUTION: A dual-sleeve, locking adjustment arrangement includes a position-sensitive component comprising an aperture, an outer eccentric sleeve disposed in the aperture, and an inner eccentric sleeve disposed in the outer sleeve. Rotation of the outer sleeve with respect to the position-sensitive component and the inner sleeve drives rotation of the position-sensitive component to adjust an angular position of the component.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The apparatus disclosed herein relates generally to systems and methods for mounting position sensing devices, and more particularly, to systems and methods for mounting multi-hole components. [Background technology]

[0002] Multi-hole components are bonded to adjacent structures using a variety of methods. Typically, a first hole in a component aligns with a first bolt and a second hole in a component aligns with a second bolt. It is therefore desirable to manufacture corresponding holes to align with one another to ensure that the parts fit together. In such devices, tight tolerances may be required to ensure that the holes align. One way to get around tight tolerances is to manufacture oversized bolt holes to allow enough clearance to compensate for misalignment of the bolt axis, and then insert the bolt and tighten the component in the correct angular position. Yet another way to provide angular adjustment of a part is to manufacture an elongated slot into which a bolt can be inserted and tightened to tighten the component in the correct angular position. Both of these devices are vulnerable to potentially undesirable angular play if the bolt preload is not properly achieved during installation or is lost during use. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0003] Thus, the present invention provides a system and method for a multi-hole assembly with improved angular adjustment and locking. [Means for solving the problem]

[0004] The adjustment device of the present disclosure includes a position sensing component including a first opening and a second opening, a first sleeve including a first eccentric opening, the position sensing component configured to receive the first sleeve in the first opening, a second sleeve including a second eccentric opening, the first sleeve configured to receive the second sleeve in the first eccentric opening, a first rod configured to extend through the first opening and including a first centerline axis, and a second rod configured to extend through the second opening and including a second centerline axis, wherein rotation of the first sleeve relative to the position sensing component and the second sleeve is configured to drive rotation of the position sensing component about the second centerline axis.

[0005] In various embodiments, the first centerline axis is parallel to the second centerline axis.

[0006] In various embodiments, the first sleeve is friction-fit into the first opening.

[0007] In various embodiments, the adjustment device further includes a relief cut disposed in the position sensing component, the relief cut forming two opposing finger-like protrusions whereby a size of the first opening is adjustable to compress and release the first sleeve.

[0008] In various embodiments, the two opposing fingers are pulled apart to release the first sleeve.

[0009] In various embodiments, the inner diameter of the first opening is smaller than the outer diameter of the first sleeve in response to the two opposing fingers being in a natural state.

[0010] In various embodiments, the adjustment apparatus further includes a mounting structure to which the first rod and the second rod are coupled.

[0011] In various embodiments, a first diameter of the first opening of the position sensing component is larger than a second diameter of the second opening of the position sensing component.

[0012] In various embodiments, the adjustment device further includes a nut configured to thread onto the first rod to secure the second sleeve within the first sleeve.

[0013] The locking adjustment device of the present disclosure includes a position sensing component including a first opening disposed in a body of the position sensing component, the body including opposing fingers that at least partially define the first opening; a first sleeve including a first eccentric opening, the first sleeve configured to be received in the first opening; and a second sleeve including a second eccentric opening, the second sleeve configured to be received in the first eccentric opening, wherein the first sleeve is compressed between the opposing fingers, thereby providing a friction lock to maintain a relative angle of the first sleeve to the position sensing component.

[0014] In various embodiments, rotation of the first sleeve relative to the position sensing component and the second sleeve is configured to drive rotation of the position sensing component.

[0015] In various embodiments, the first sleeve includes a rotation assist feature.

[0016] In various embodiments, the diameter of the first opening is smaller than the diameter of the first sleeve in response to the opposing fingers transitioning to the natural state.

[0017] In various embodiments, the body and opposing fingers comprise a single, unitary structure.

[0018] In various embodiments, the locking adjustment device further includes a first rod, and the second off-center opening is configured to receive the first rod.

[0019] In various embodiments, the locking adjustment device further includes a second opening disposed in the body and a second rod, the second opening configured to receive the second rod.

[0020] A method of installing a position sensitive component of the present disclosure includes placing a first sleeve including a first off-center opening into a first opening disposed on the position sensitive component, placing a second sleeve including a second off-center opening into the first off-center opening, and rotating the first sleeve relative to the second sleeve to adjust an angular position of the position sensitive component.

[0021] In various embodiments, the method further includes positioning the first rod to extend through the second off-center opening.

[0022] In various embodiments, the method further includes extending opposing fingers of the position sensing component to enlarge the first opening prior to moving the first sleeve into the first opening.

[0023] In various embodiments, the method further includes disposing a second rod to extend through a second opening disposed in the position sensing component.

[0024] The foregoing features and elements may be combined in various combinations without exclusivity unless otherwise specified. These features and elements and their operation will become more apparent in light of the following description and accompanying drawings. It should be understood, however, that the following description and drawings are intended to be illustrative and non-limiting in nature.

[0025] The accompanying drawings illustrate various embodiments in which the principles described herein are used and are a part of this specification. The illustrated embodiments are for purposes of illustration only and are not limiting on the scope of the claims, as follows: [Brief description of the drawings]

[0026] [Figure 1] 1 illustrates a dual sleeve adjuster including an inner eccentric sleeve and an outer eccentric sleeve according to various embodiments. [Figure 2A] 1 illustrates a dual-sleeve adjustment apparatus including a threaded rod and corresponding nut for securing a position sensing component to a mounting structure, according to various embodiments. [Figure 2B] 2B illustrates an exploded view of the dual sleeve adjuster shown in FIG. 2A according to various embodiments. [Diagram 3] (A) shows the dual sleeve adjustment device of FIG. 1 in various angular positions according to various embodiments. (B) shows the dual sleeve adjustment device of FIG. 1 in various angular positions according to various embodiments. (C) shows the dual sleeve adjustment device of FIG. 1 in various angular positions according to various embodiments. (D) shows the dual sleeve adjustment device of FIG. 1 in various angular positions according to various embodiments. [Figure 4] 1 illustrates a flowchart of a method for installing a position sensing component, according to various embodiments. [Diagram 5] 14A-14C illustrate perspective views of an eccentric sleeve including a rotation-assist feature including a slot formed in the sleeve, according to various embodiments. [Figure 6] 1 illustrates a perspective view of an eccentric sleeve including a rotation assist feature including a boss feature extending from the sleeve, according to various embodiments. [Figure 7] 1 illustrates a perspective view of an eccentric sleeve including a rotation assist feature with a flange, according to various embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0027] The detailed description of the exemplary embodiments herein refers to the accompanying drawings, which show exemplary embodiments by way of illustration. These exemplary embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the present disclosure, but it should be understood that other embodiments may be realized, and that logical changes and modifications in design and structure may be made in accordance with the teachings described herein without departing from the disclosure and the scope and spirit of the present disclosure. Thus, the detailed description herein is presented for purposes of illustration only, and not limitation.

[0028] Provided herein, according to various embodiments, are systems and methods for angular adjustment and locking of position-sensing components, such as those used in aircraft landing gear. Although various details relating to aircraft components, such as landing gear components, are included herein, the systems and methods disclosed herein may be applied to any component where a precise angular position is desired.

[0029] The disclosed systems and methods provide an infinitely adjustable arrangement for achieving precise angular position. A dual sleeve arrangement is provided in which rotation of an outer eccentric sleeve relative to an inner eccentric sleeve and a position sensing component drives rotation of the position sensing component. Opposing fingers may clamp around the outer eccentric sleeve to lock the dual sleeve assembly and lock the position sensing component in place. The disclosed systems and methods provide the ability to maintain tight clearances in multi-hole assemblies, thereby reducing the likelihood of excessive play occurring. The disclosed systems and methods provide the ability to retrofit parts in service where holes in a component may move significantly in distance between the holes.

[0030] Referring to FIG. 1, a dual sleeve adjuster 100 (also referred to herein as a locking adjuster, adjuster, or device) for a position sensing component 120 (also referred to herein as a component) is shown in accordance with various embodiments. The device 100 generally includes the component 120, a first eccentric sleeve 130 (also referred to herein as a first sleeve), and a second eccentric sleeve 140 (also referred to herein as a second sleeve). The component 120 may be adjustably mounted to a mounting structure 110 via a first rod 161 and a second rod 162. The component 120 may be rotatably coupled to the second rod 162. The second rod 162 may include a centerline axis 192. The aperture 122 (also referred to herein as a second aperture) and the rod 162 may be coaxially aligned. As described in more detail herein, the component 120 may rotate about the centerline axis 192 in response to rotation of the first sleeve 130 and / or the second sleeve 140 .

[0031] The component 120 may be any type of component for which fine adjustment is desired during installation. Additionally, the apparatus 100 may enable the relative position of the first rod 161 and the second rod 162 to be installed without very precise tolerances. One example of a position sensing component 120 is an aircraft landing gear sensor system used to detect an angular position of a landing gear component based on the relative position of a sensor and a sensor target. The sensor may detect movement of the target, and the angular position of the landing gear component may be determined based on the position of the target. The relative position of the sensor and the target may be important to the function of the sensor system. For example, it may be desirable to have the target and the sensor parallel to one another and / or at a predetermined distance from one another. Thus, it may be desirable to adjust or fine-tune the angular position of the sensor and / or target during installation. In this regard, the component 120 may include a sensor or sensor target, such as an electro-optical sensor, a reflective surface, a variable inductance proximity sensor, or a ferromagnetic target, among other types of sensors and sensor targets, according to various embodiments.

[0032] The first sleeve 130 may include a rounded outer diameter surface and an eccentric opening 132 (also referred to herein as a first eccentric opening). The first opening 121 may be disposed in the body 124 of the component 120. The first opening 121 may be configured to receive the first sleeve 130. In various embodiments, the body 124 of the component 120 may further include a relief cut 126. The relief cut 126 may form two opposing fingers (i.e., fingers 128 and 129) such that the size of the first opening 121 that compresses and releases the first sleeve 130 is adjustable. The body 124 and the opposing fingers 128, 129 may include a single, integral structure. In various embodiments, the inner diameter of the first opening 121 is smaller than the outer diameter of the first sleeve 130 in response to the fingers 128 and 129 being in a natural, unbent, relaxed state. However, the fingers 128 and 129 may be pulled apart or bent, thereby widening the relief cut 126 and increasing the diameter of the first opening 121. In various embodiments, the fingers 128 may include an opening 151 and the fingers 129 may include an opposing opening 152. A tool, such as a snap ring pliers type tool, may be inserted into the openings 151 and 152 to expand the fingers 128, 129. With the fingers 128, 129 pulled apart, the first sleeve 130 may be placed into the first opening 121. The first sleeve 130 in the first opening 121 may be used to release the fingers 128, 129 to reduce the width of the relief cut 126 and compress the first sleeve 130 in the first opening 121. Conversely, the first sleeve 130 in the first opening 121 may be used to pull or bend the fingers 128, 129 to expand the width of the relief cut 126 and release the friction lock of the first sleeve 130 in the first opening 121 in order to remove the first sleeve 130 or to rotate the first sleeve 130 relative to the component 120. Thus, the fingers 128, 129 may provide a friction lock to secure the angular position of the first sleeve 130 relative to the component 120 without additional hardware.In other words, the first sleeve 130 may be a friction fit into the opening 121 .

[0033] The second sleeve 140 may include a rounded outer diameter surface and an eccentric opening 142 (also referred to herein as a second eccentric opening). The eccentric opening 132 may be configured to receive the second sleeve 140. The inner diameter surface of the first sleeve 130 may be complementary to the outer diameter surface of the second sleeve 140. The first sleeve 130 may be configured to rotate within and relative to the second sleeve 140. The diameter of the eccentric opening 132 may be substantially equal to or slightly larger than the outer diameter of the second sleeve 140. In various embodiments, the diameter of the eccentric opening 132 is 0 to 1 / 10000 of an inch larger than the outer diameter of the second sleeve 140. In various embodiments, the diameter of the eccentric opening 132 is 1 / 10000 to 4 / 10000 of an inch larger than the outer diameter of the second sleeve 140. In this manner, movement or “play” of the second sleeve 140 within the first sleeve 130 is mitigated while still allowing the second sleeve 140 to rotate within the off-center opening 132 .

[0034] In various embodiments, the first sleeve 130 and / or the second sleeve 140 can be made of plastic, metal, composite material, or any other suitable material. In various embodiments, the first sleeve 130 and / or the second sleeve 140 can be made of a metal or metal alloy, such as cast iron, steel, stainless steel, austenitic stainless steel, ferritic stainless steel, martensitic stainless steel, titanium, titanium alloy, aluminum, aluminum alloy, galvanized steel, copper alloy, or other suitable metal or metal alloy. In various embodiments, the first sleeve 130 and / or the second sleeve 140 can be made of a plastic material, such as thermoplastics, polyethylene-based materials, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), among others.

[0035] The first rod 161 may extend through the eccentric opening 142. The first rod 161 may include a centerline axis 191. In various embodiments, the centerline axis 191 is parallel to the centerline axis 192. The second sleeve 140 may rotate about the first rod 161. The diameter of the eccentric opening 142 may be substantially equal to or slightly greater than the outer diameter of the first rod 161. In this manner, movement or "play" of the component 120 about the second rod 162 is mitigated, but still allows the second sleeve 140 to rotate relative to the first rod 161 during angular positioning of the component 120. Stated another way, the second sleeve 140 may be rotatably coupled to the rod 161. The second rod 162 may extend through the opening 122. The diameter of the opening 122 may be substantially equal to or slightly greater than the outer diameter of the second rod 162. In this manner, movement or "play" of the second sleeve 140 around the first rod 161 is reduced. In various embodiments, the first rod 161 and the second rod 162 are attached to the mounting structure 110. In various embodiments, the relative positions of the first rod 161 and the second rod 162 are fixed.

[0036] With respect to Figures 2A and 2B, elements having the same element numbers are intended to be the same as shown in Figure 1 and are not necessarily repeated for clarity.

[0037] 2A and 2B, a dual sleeve adjustment apparatus 200 is shown according to various embodiments. According to various embodiments, the apparatus 200 can be similar to the apparatus 100, except that the first rod 261 and / or the second rod 262 can each include a threaded bolt for receiving a first nut 263 and a second nut 264, respectively, to secure the component 120 to the mounting structure 110 after achieving a desired angular orientation. The first nut 263 can be configured to thread onto the first rod 261 to secure the second sleeve 140 within the first sleeve 130 (i.e., to prevent the second sleeve 140 from translating along the centerline axis 191 relative to the first sleeve 130).

[0038] 3A, the apparatus 100 is shown with the component 120 rotated to a first maximum angular position. The component 120 is shown with the target surface 170 rotated at an angle 172 relative to an imaginary reference line 194 extending from a centerline axis 191 to a centerline axis 192. According to various embodiments, the target surface 170 may be at the maximum angle 172 in response to the first sleeve 130 rotating relative to the second sleeve 140 such that the location 134 of the minimum wall thickness of the first sleeve 130 aligns with and contacts the location 144 of the minimum wall thickness of the second sleeve 140.

[0039] 3B, the device 100 is shown with the component 120 rotated to a second maximum angular position. In the illustrated embodiment, the component 120 is rotated in the opposite direction to the component 120 shown in FIG.

[0040] With reference to FIG. 3C, the device 100 is shown with the component 120 rotated to an intermediate angular position.

[0041] 3D, the apparatus 100 is shown with the component 120 rotated to an intermediate angular position. According to various embodiments, the target surface 170 may be parallel to an imaginary reference line 194 in response to the first sleeve 130 being rotated relative to the second sleeve 140 such that the location 134 of the minimum wall thickness of the first sleeve 130 is located on the opposite side of the rod 161 from the location 144 of the minimum wall thickness of the second sleeve 140.

[0042] 4, a flow chart of a method 400 of installing a position sensing component is shown, according to various embodiments. The method 400 includes disposing a first sleeve including a first off-center opening in a first opening disposed on the position sensing component (step 410). The method 400 includes disposing a second sleeve including a second off-center opening in the first off-center opening (step 420). The method 400 includes rotating the first sleeve relative to the second sleeve to adjust an angular position of the position sensing component (step 430).

[0043] 1 and 4 in combination, step 410 may include moving the first sleeve 130 to the first opening 121. Step 420 may include moving the second sleeve 140 to the first off-center opening 132. Step 430 may include rotating the first sleeve relative to the second sleeve to adjust an angular position of the position sensing component (step 430). Method 400 may further include positioning the first rod 161 to extend through the second off-center opening 142. Method 400 may further include positioning the second rod 162 to extend through the opening 122.

[0044] 1 and 4 in combination, step 430 may include moving the fingers 128 and 129 apart to increase the width of the relief cut 126 and increase the diameter of the first opening 121. With opposing forces applied to the fingers 128, 129, a twisting force, for example with a hand or a tool, may be applied to the first sleeve 130 to rotate the first sleeve 130 relative to the component 120. With both the rod 161 and the rod 162 secured to the mounting structure 110, as the first sleeve 130 rotates relative to the component 120, the second sleeve 140 counter-rotates relative to the first sleeve 130 and the component 120 rotates about the second rod 162. In this regard, a twist applied to the first sleeve 130 causes the first sleeve 130 to rotate relative to both the second sleeve 140 and the component 120. In other words, the rotation of the first sleeve 130 relative to the component 120 may be configured to drive the rotation of the component 120 about the second rod 162. For example, the first sleeve 130 may be rotated from a first position, e.g., as shown in FIG. 3A, to a second position, e.g., as shown in FIG. 3B, to adjust the angular position of the component 120. When the desired angular position is achieved, the fingers 128 and 129 may be released to lock the first sleeve 130 in the first opening 121. With the first sleeve 130 locked against rotation relative to the component 120, the first rod 161 locks the second sleeve 140 against rotation. In other words, the angular position of the component 120 may be locked in response to the first sleeve 130 being locked to the component 120. In that case, by locking the first sleeve 130 against rotation within the component 120, the entire device is locked against rotation.

[0045] 5, a first sleeve 230 is shown, according to various embodiments. The first sleeve 230 may be similar to the first sleeve 130 of FIG. 1. However, the first sleeve 230 further includes a rotation assist feature 280. The rotation assist feature 280 may include a slot disposed on an exposed surface of the first sleeve 230, into which a tool may be inserted to provide mechanical assistance in rotating the first sleeve 230.

[0046] 6, a first sleeve 330 is shown according to various embodiments. The first sleeve 330 may be similar to the first sleeve 130 of FIG. 1. However, the first sleeve 330 further includes a rotation assist feature 380. The rotation assist feature 380 may include a boss feature extending from an exposed surface of the first sleeve 330. The rotation assist feature 380 may be used to provide a mechanical boost in rotating the first sleeve 330.

[0047] Referring to FIG. 7, a first sleeve 430 is shown according to various embodiments. The first sleeve 430 may be similar to the first sleeve 130 of FIG. 1. However, the first sleeve 430 further includes a rotation assist feature 480. The rotation assist feature 480 may include a flange extending from an exposed surface of the first sleeve 430. The rotation assist feature 480 may be used to provide a mechanical boost in rotating the first sleeve 430. The rotation assist feature 480 may include, for example, a flange configured to receive a tool, such as a socket or wrench, for rotating the first sleeve 430. For example, the rotation assist feature 480 may include a polygon, such as a square, hexagon, octagon, or any other shape suitable for receiving or being captured by a tool for rotating the first sleeve 430.

[0048] Benefits, other advantages, and solutions to problems have been described herein with reference to specific embodiments. Additionally, the connecting lines shown in the various figures contained herein are intended to represent example functional relationships and / or physical connections between the various elements. It should be noted that many alternative or additional functional relationships or physical connections may exist in an actual system. However, the benefits, advantages, and solutions to problems, as well as any elements that may give rise to or make more pronounced any benefit, advantage, or solution, are not to be construed as critical, necessary, or essential characteristics or elements of the present disclosure.

[0049] Accordingly, the scope of the disclosure is limited to the appended claims, and references to elements in the singular do not mean "one and only," unless expressly stated otherwise, but rather "one or more." It is understood that references to "a," "an," and / or "the" may include one or more, and references to items in the singular may also include items in the plural, unless specifically stated otherwise. All range and ratio limitations disclosed herein may be combined.

[0050] Furthermore, when a statement similar to "at least one of A, B, and C" is used in the claims, it is intended to be interpreted to mean that in some embodiments only A may be present, in some embodiments only B may be present, in some embodiments only C may be present, or any combination of elements A, B, and C may be present in a single embodiment. For example, A and B, A and C, B and C, or A, B and C. Different cross-hatching is used throughout the figures to indicate different parts, but not necessarily the same or different materials.

[0051] The steps recited in any of the method or process descriptions may be performed in any order and are not necessarily limited to the order presented. Moreover, any reference to the singular may include multiple embodiments, and any reference to two or more components or steps may include a singular embodiment or step. The elements and steps in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and are not necessarily shown based on a particular order. For example, steps that may be performed simultaneously or in different orders are shown in the figures only to aid in the understanding of the exemplary disclosed embodiments herein.

[0052] Any reference to attached, fixed, connected, etc. may include permanent, removable, temporary, partial, complete, and / or any other possible attachment options. Additionally, any reference to without contact (or similar phrases) may also include reduced or minimal contact. Surface shading may be used throughout the figures to indicate different parts or regions, but not necessarily to indicate the same or different materials. In some cases, reference coordinates may be specific to each figure.

[0053] Systems, methods, and devices are provided herein. In the detailed description of the present invention, references to "one embodiment," "an embodiment," "various embodiments," and the like indicate that the described embodiment may include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, but all embodiments may not necessarily include the particular feature, structure, or characteristic. Moreover, such phrases may not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Furthermore, when a particular feature, structure, or characteristic is described in relation to one embodiment, it is believed to be within the knowledge of a person skilled in the art that such feature, structure, or characteristic is affected in relation to other embodiments, whether or not explicitly described. After reading the description, it will be apparent to a person skilled in the relevant art(s) how to implement the present disclosure in alternative embodiments.

[0054] Furthermore, no element, component, or method step in this disclosure is intended to be disclosed, regardless of whether the element, component, or method step is expressly recited in the claims. No claim element is intended to invoke 35 U.S.C. §112(f) unless the element is expressly recited using the phrase "means for." As used herein, the terms "comprise," "comprising," or any other variation thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that includes a listing of elements may include other elements not expressly recited or inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus, rather than including only those elements.

Claims

1. An adjustment device, a position sensing component including a first aperture and a second aperture; a first sleeve including a first off-center opening, the position sensing component configured to receive the first sleeve in the first opening; a second sleeve including a second eccentric opening, the first sleeve configured to receive the second sleeve in the first eccentric opening; and a first rod configured to extend through the first opening, the first rod having a first centerline axis; a second rod configured to extend through the second opening, the second rod having a second centerline axis; and Equipped with rotation of the first sleeve relative to the position sensing component and the second sleeve is configured to drive rotation of the position sensing component about the second centerline axis; An adjustment device, wherein a first diameter of the first opening of the position sensing component is greater than a second diameter of the second opening of the position sensing component.

2. the first centerline axis is parallel to the second centerline axis; The adjustment device of claim 1 , wherein the first sleeve is a friction fit in the first opening.

3. 3. The adjustment device of claim 2, further comprising a relief cut disposed in the position sensing component, the relief cut forming two opposing fingers whereby a size of the first opening is adjustable to compress and release the first sleeve.

4. the two opposing fingers are moved apart to release the first sleeve; 4. The adjustment device of claim 3, wherein an inner diameter of the first opening is smaller than an outer diameter of the first sleeve in response to the two opposing fingers being in a neutral state.

5. The adjustment apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a mounting structure, the first rod and the second rod being coupled to the mounting structure.

6. The adjustment device of claim 1 , further comprising a nut configured to thread onto the first rod to secure the second sleeve within the first sleeve.

7. A locking adjustment device, a position sensing component including a first aperture disposed in a position sensing component body, the body including opposed fingers that at least partially define the first aperture; a first sleeve including a first off-center opening, the first sleeve configured to be received in the first opening; a second sleeve including a second off-center opening, the second sleeve configured to be received in the first off-center opening; Equipped with A locking adjustment arrangement, wherein the first sleeve is compressed between the opposing fingers, thereby providing a friction lock to maintain a relative angle of the first sleeve with respect to the position sensing component.

8. The locking adjustment apparatus of claim 7 , wherein rotation of the first sleeve relative to the position sensing component and the second sleeve is configured to drive rotation of the position sensing component.

9. The locking adjustment device of claim 7 , wherein the first sleeve includes a rotation assist feature.

10. a diameter of the first opening is smaller than a diameter of the first sleeve in response to the opposing fingers transitioning to a neutral position; The locking adjustment mechanism of claim 7 , wherein said body and said opposing fingers comprise a single, unitary structure.

11. a first rod, the second off-center opening configured to receive the first rod; a second opening disposed in the body; a second rod configured to be received in the second opening; and The locking adjustment device according to claim 7, comprising:

12. 1. A method of installing a position sensing component, comprising: disposing a first sleeve including a first off-center opening in a first opening disposed in the position sensing component; placing a second sleeve including a second eccentric opening into the first eccentric opening; rotating the first sleeve relative to the second sleeve to adjust an angular position of the position sensing component; Equipped with The method of installing a position sensing component further comprising extending opposing fingers of the position sensing component to enlarge the first opening prior to moving the first sleeve into the first opening.

13. Positioning a first rod to extend through the second off-center opening; positioning a second rod to extend through a second opening disposed in the position sensing component; The method of claim 12 further comprising:

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