<p>A fastening apparatus (10) operable to secure a pair of work objects (35,45) to each other and wherein one of the work objects mounts an engagement member (70), the fastening apparatus having a mount adapted for attachment on the other of said work objects in substantially a predetermined position; and a grasping assembly (90) borne by the mount and operable to expand upon movement of said engagement member therewithin and subsequently to contract for engagement with said engagement member to interlock the work objects.</p>
