Технические средства и исследовательские возможности археологической трасологии

The paper discusses new trends emerging in traceology and related to the study of a broader range of artifacts made of different materials: from impact-marks on rock surfaces to wooden sledge runners. The authors provide a number of examples when the use of modern equipment allows to tackle new traceological questions more effectively. In particular, the examples relate to the study of rock carving techniques, as well as manufacture and use of stone and osseous artifacts. In addition, the paper discusses the development of technical means used for observing and documenting use-wear, technological and post-depositional traces on artifacts.