Finding a solution to Maxwell's equations from initial datas

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Homework Statement


Suppose we know that [tex]B(\vec x ,t)[/tex] is a solution to Maxwell's equations in vacuum and furthermore we know that [tex]E(\vec x , 0)=E_0[/tex].
How do we find [tex]E(\vec x , t)[/tex]?

Homework Equations


[tex]\nabla \cdot E = 0[/tex].
[tex]\nabla \cdot B =0[/tex].
[tex]\vec \nabla \times \vec B = \left ( \frac{-1}{c} \right ) \cdot \frac{\partial E}{\partial t}[/tex]
[tex]\vec \nabla \times \vec E = \left ( \frac{1}{c} \right ) \cdot \frac{\partial B}{\partial t}[/tex].
I'm using Gaussian's units.

The Attempt at a Solution


I think I could work with the 2 lasts equations I posted to find E but I don't reach anything. I'd like a very small guidance like if I'm in the right direction + a hint if possible.
Thanks.
 
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Think about integrating the 3rd equation with respect to time.
 
nickjer said:
Think about integrating the 3rd equation with respect to time.

Thanks for the tip.
I reach [tex]\vec E=-c \int \vec \nabla \times \vec B dt[/tex]. I think of using the initial condition. So [tex]E_0=-c\int \vec \nabla \times \vec B (\vec x ,0) dt[/tex].
I'm stuck here.
 
The integral will have bounds.