Comparison of different type of structure systems:

Pro

Con

Cable
Larger internal
space without
column in
between.
Architectural
design freedom.
Depth of the roof
can be reduced.

Calculation
difficulty.
Settlement issue
Detail in wind
load.
Specialist
contractor
required which
may be costly.

Truss
Long span, light
weight,
reduction in
deflection.
Can support
consideration
loads.
Lot of types,
different span.
High fabrication
cost.

Portal
Less
construction
duration.

Consideration in
connection.

Comparison of different type of connections:

Pro

Rivet
Cheap
fabrication
Low
maintenance
Ease of riveting
process

Bolt

Con

Skilled labor
required
Leakage
problem
Sound pollution

No sound
pollution
Semi-skilled
labor needed
No special
equipment
Easy disconnect
and replace
No cooling
compare to
welding and
rivet
Good in
fluctuating
stress
Corrosion
Vibration will
cause loosen of
nuts

Welding
Rigid than bolt
Doesnt create
hole
No connection
plate needed
Join add shaft
together

Brittle
Permanent
Fire hazard
Difficult in sheet
welding
Quality control
difficulty

Skilled labor
required